Najia has always been an outsider and feared by almost everyone, except Briam. After meeting at the age of thirteen, they became inseparable. As they grew into young adults, they fell in love. Unfortunately, the Falkerie Council has already made it abundantly clear that she can’t have him and is insisting that she marry another. Najia knows it is her duty to obey the Council. Ignoring her need to be in Briam’s arms, Najia moves forward in finding a “suitable” mate. Trapped by a destiny that should never have been hers, Najia bows to the will of the council, and chooses a suitor. What exactly would you be willing to sacrifice for your soulmate? Najia knows the answer to that question. Anything.