In the Empire of Kovaria, which takes up all of North America, Adeline is brought up in the line of succession. But what happens when her necklace is captured in the eyes of the newfound- or not so new- underground people known as the True royals? Twists and turns, as Addie decides what is best for her- to relish in this newfound people that may be the ticket to saving the world, or destroying her life along with these new people that claim they have power over death. And what of the people of Kovaria? Shall they receive this power as well? Or will Queen Adeline let them die a painful death to save her own life?