Morgan eagerly volunteered to go To Clan Brannach when the clan's First Lord exacted the Choosing. This was her chance to escape her abusive father and lecherous uncle. But a short time after moving, she is sexually assaulted in her new clan, leaving her hurt, vulnerable, and afraid to let anyone close ever again.

James' family has Talents which make people nervous. Several girlfriends have chosen to leave after he's revealed the family secret. One was so frightened, she ran into the street and was nearly killed. But when Morgan captures his heart when he rescues her from her assailant, he decides to give love one more chance, with this little pixie with hair of midnight.

How can he win her heart, though, if she won't even share a cup of tea with him? And if he does, will she be able to accept those abilities which make his family unique?