The Collegium Chronicles: Intrigues Bk. 2: A Valdemar Novel

Magpie is an orphan, chosen by one of the magical Companion horses of Valdemar and taken to the capital city, Haven, to be trained as a Herald. Here Mags is "recognized" by foreign secret operatives whose purpose is unknown. Can he solve the riddle of his parentage and his connection with the mysterious spies - and prove his loyalty - before the king and court banish him as a traitor?