The fourth book in the NYT's bestselling graphic novel series. Emily and her friends think they'll find the help they need in Cielis, but something isn't right. Streets that were once busy are deserted, and the townspeople who are left live in crippling fear. Emily is escorted to the Academy, where she's expected to compete for a spot on the Guardian Council, among the most powerful Stonekeepers. But as the number of competitors gets smaller and smaller, a terrible secret is slowly uncovered - a secret that, if left buried, means the certain destruction of everything Emily fights for... - Full-colour illustrated stories for readers at all ages and all abilities - #1 New York Times bestselling series! - Amulet #1 was an ALA Best Book and shortlisted for the CBC’s Children’s Choice Book Awards - Kazu illustrated the 15th anniversary Harry Potter covers in the US