Graceful and majestic fairies are unearthly creatures, beautiful and perfect, like a deadly sword of fine workmanship. But at the same time they are treacherous and cruel, especially to the human race. Jude knows this because one of them orphaned her and her sisters and took her to Faerieland. She is a mortal who grew up under the care of an assassin for ten years in a society where humans are despised and hated. The girl is willing to do anything to find her place under the sun. Even resisting the bullying of young faeries led by Prince Cardan. When Jude's plan fails, another descendant the king offers her protection on the eve of changes in Faerieland, but not in vain. The flames of a palace coup are about to flare, and she finds herself at the center of betrayals and intrigues. The fate of not only Jude and her sisters, but also all of Faerieland is at stake . The great game of kings and princes, queens and crowns begins.