Dark Legacy — Thomas W. Brucato

A new power has risen in Davanon: a wizard wielding more strength than a single magic-user has displayed since the fall of the evil Empire.Saving villages from barbarian invasions and performing unfamiliar and spectacular spells, this wizard seeks her rightful place by claiming a seat on the vaunted Circle of Sorcery, attempting to usurp the position of the current War Master, Ariana nas Landlin.While the mage causes dissension among the members of the Wizards' Council, Ari begins to wonder about the true origin of her power. Her search leads her into dark places, and she starts to doubt that she can really trust anyone...including her husband, Reece.