Abducted by the Earl who paid handsomely for her death, Chieftainess Kathy Grinholtz struggles to hang on to her fractured reality long enough to discover what the monster wants from her. Frantically searching for his wife while fearing the worst, High Chieftain William Grinholtz is trapped in limbo between hope and despair. Weakened by their recent trials in a world where might-makes-right and the only true measure is strength, William fears for his wife believing they may never get to return home as a happy family.
The border tribes have been conquered and ruled with an iron fist. The country stands on the brink of war if not with the southlands, then with each other as tribes squabble for resources, control, and respect. Reeling from their own trauma, how can the couple make any difference? With so many vying for power, will it take a miracle to save them? Or perhaps an Unexpected Outcome?