In the tradition of Tamora Pierce, this fantasy presents a heroine of wit, strength, and savvy.

Britt's only goal is to become a falconer.

She steals a gyrfalcon egg in hopes of raising a chick.

But the fierce Zendi, who've conquered the Heartland, appear on her doorstep.

She's pulled into their conflict.

Their prophecies warn of a Wayfinder and a Bell.

She's just an apprentice Wayfinder.

But she's the only one who has a Finding for the missing Bell.

Can Britt and her falcon journey together across the Heartland, Find the Bell and save her people?

This is the story of a falconer, a courageous girl who strides out of the north country and into legend.