Jay's memories come rushing back with a vengeance. He's not simply recalling what happened, but reliving it, secrets and all. To make matters worse, Jay's at Atlas Island, Western Sector's prison for race crimes, and it has the potential to be a one way trip. Atlas Island is the last chance at redemption for those too violent to be allowed in a civilized society.

Old debts, past allegiances, and new friends all have a part to play as Jay and his companions work to survive. Like Jay, Atlas Island houses its own secrets, and they may turn out to be bigger and more dangerous than Jay could ever imagine.