After a failed invasion and a desperate flight for his life, Edwin Sigor, the rightful King of Myrcia, once again finds himself in exile. But all is not lost. A secret network of beautiful spies is working to gather information for him. And his supporters are hard at work to arrange marriage alliances that will split the enemy forces and pave the way for Edwin's return. If only his sister would just cooperate for once. Meanwhile, his great rival, the son of the usurper, finds himself at odds with his family as he fights to marry the woman he loves. And the usurper's wife, Queen Muriel, spins webs of deception and intrigue to preserve her power.

Edwin could be on the verge of final victory, but it might cost him the most important person in his life.