From the Back Cover:
The nations of Skrande and Corsinthia clashed in a holy war for a century of conflict before the battle ended. Not because their issues were ever resolved, but because - after a century - both nations became financially bankrupt. Now charged with the care of Terus Kyreon, the son of a fallen friend, ex-soldier - Jysalef Soresh - hasn't been happy since the war drew to a standstill.
But when an important message sends him - against his desires - traipsing throughout the Corsinthian countryside, things become much more frustrating - and far more interesting - for the embittered vagrant swordsman. Especially when he is forced to work alongside a priestess, from the opposing nation, in order to complete his errand.