Prince Shade is many things…but a murderer is not one of them. After being accused of killing his father, the king, and escaping his home, Shade and his closest friend Erin find themselves on the run. While Shade endeavors to build an army of allies and retake the throne, he learns there are many who prefer someone else be in charge; and many more who wish to see the downfall of the throne altogether. In the midst of confusion, chaos, and treachery Shade learns there may still be hope for the kingdom, even in the darkest of places.