The Bloodhollows-a group of rebels whose sole purpose in life is to stir up trouble in the royal court-have seemed to find themselves in need of a certain assassin, whether they like it or not. 17 year-old assassin and Blade of Raynelle for King Stryker of House Lythe, Sage Duras is a stubborn, merciless, and dangerous woman. Her choices were not hers to make-for she made them solely to survive. Sage has a reputation that inspires fear amongst the courts of lords and ladies, and her prestige has never been damaged for the 5 years she has worked for the King-until the corrupt Prince. Prince Cypher Lythe and The Blade of Raynelle have never gotten along-but after uncovering the Blade's deepest secret, they seem to have no choice but to embark on a journey to save the people of the Realm. The Prince is royally disliked amongst the courts-even gaining the title of Fallen Shadow. But the people of Raynelle adore him, and the corrupt Prince would love nothing more than to get his revenge on those who have caused him pain. The question is-will The Blade of Raynelle help the Fallen Shadow-or betray him?