"A love like that was all consuming and when you received it, there was nothing that would stop you from protecting the person who gave it to you." When Grace accepted the assignment to protect Alex, the human grandson of Lucas Sempre, the head of the Vampire Council, she could not have predicted that her world would be turned upside down. The assignment should have been simple, prevent the Acelades from kidnapping Alex and fulfilling the ancient prophecy that would give them unparalleled power. Instead Grace has been forced to face her past and risk her future. After being on the run, Grace and Alex have now returned to the Forum. Grace is facing an enquiry by the Vampire Council and one of the Council Members Galen wants to see her ruined. It is not only the enquiry that is hanging over Grace's head, Alex now knows that she is his other half and he is set on making her believe they belong together despite the risks to both of them if anyone finds out about their relationship. At least William has returned and with her brother by her side Grace feels that she may just be able to survive the next challenges ahead. Together they preapre to learn the truth about their past and the deception of those they hold dearest. However, as William settles back into his previous life it becomes apparent that he has not returned unscathed from his imprisonment with the Acelades. Grace begins to wonder if she can rely upon her brother as she has before. As Alex's birthday draws near the Acelades become desperate to fulfil the prophecy and Grace is faced with her toughest opponent yet. In her battle to save Alex will Grace be forced to make the ultimate sacrifice?