In this final novel of the series, the Great Goddess Timessa is challenged by Gaia to correct her predecessor's ancient failings. She is ripped from the modern-day Greek island of Naxos and thrown back tens of thousands of years.
There, the original Great Goddess reigned over a peaceful society, but barbarians began to invade. For millennia, she successfully defended her lands. Then, unexpectedly, she developed a conscience and could no longer kill those who would rule and subjugate women.
Gaia challenges Timessa to redo the old Great Goddess's decisions. Timessa is forced to relive the ancient goddess's trials, all the while chided by Gaia and confronted at every turn. The Olympic gods hold their breath as they watch her struggle.
Concluding that Timessa, like her predecessor, has failed, Gaia strips her of her powers. The event forces Timessa to look inside herself and discover what we all seek.
This is a stand-alone novel and Book IV of The Naxos Quartet.