Princess Alaria, daughter to the deposed king, will do whatever it takes to ensure the survival of her father and their kingdom. If that means compromising her royal standards and virtue, so be it. Abandoned by their beloved King Oshinor, and left in the hands of a tyrant, the people of Welexia are lost. Lies, fear, and starvation cause families to splinter and turn on each other. It is every woman and man for himself. Lines are drawn between followers of Oshinor and those who believe Traintor's lies.