When the Kingdom of Rivell gets catapulted into a maelstrom of chaos when the King is murdered, Cara Vos must decide her fate. As a descendent of one of the twelve Royal lineages, Cara has a blood right to participate in the Annex, a competition for the throne. On her journey, Cara encounters loss, betrayal, battle and love. She must decide what she's going to fight for, and what she's willing to give up.