Brenden Swift is weeks away from celebrating his tenth birthday. However, a mystery from the past is revealed which threatens the simple life he has always known as the son of Dristandale's blacksmith. Meanwhile, with his brother Finn, their new friend Rylie, and a hatchet at his side, he embarks on a treacherous journey which tests his honesty, resourcefulness, and courage. When more than just his own life hangs in the balance, will Brenden be able to solve the mystery of the Vulgren's Curse before it's too late?