Nesta Archeron has always been quick to anger and slow to forgive. And since the war she has struggled to find her place at the strange and deadly Night Court. The person who ignites Nesta's temper more than any other is the winged warrior Cassian. But that isn't the only thing he ignites, and when Cassian and Nesta are forced to train in battle together, sparks become flame. As war looms again, Nesta and Cassian must fight monsters from within and without if they are to survive. But the ultimate risk will be searching for acceptance - and healing - in each other's arms.