Trials — Mark Robson

After years of waiting, Jayenne is finally called to begin her shaman trials. Alone and unaided, she is thrown into the spirit world with only her wits to aid her.
As Morvadannon watches over her, the other students enact a dangerous plan without their shaman's knowledge. And for Taya, this presents an opportunity to prove her worth.

All legends begin somewhere. All myths have a kernel of truth.

When the scattered remnants of humanity step from the dark, with nothing but their wits and the waning power of an old shaman to protect them, they are faced with a cracked, lifeless desert. Led by a child, guided by the spirits, their deeds will become myth.

To survive, they must train a new generation of shamans to face the coming dangers. Thirteen students to guide the people into a new age. And, of those students, two young sisters will grow to stand at the heart of a legend.