In the Dark Ages, in France, the first vampires came to be. Erin knows the accepted version of the story, but she's also heard that there's more to be told.

While humanity struggles through ever-darkening nights, an ancient evil wreaks havoc upon the world. Erin feels responsible, yet unsure of its true aim. A disturbing drawing in a centuries-old book adds to her fear that the lost vampire past portends a grim future.

Her search for answers puts her on the trail of an ancient immortal eager to stay hidden. Erin soon learns that her fear for the future isn't so far-fetched.