As a second daughter, Grace Andreas never had to worry about
the intrigues of the
Elder Races. But when her sister, Petra, and Petraβs husband
are both killed,
Grace inherits the Power and responsibilities of the Oracle
of Louisville, as well
as her sisterβs two young children β neither of which she is
prepared for.
Yet, she is not alone. Khalil, Demonkind and Djinn prince of
House Marid β driven
by his genuine caring for the children β has decided to make
himself a part of the
household both as their guardian and as an exasperating
counterpoint to Graceβs
impudence toward the Elder Races.
But when an attempt is made on Graceβs life, she realizes
that Khalil is the only
one who can protect her β and offer her more than a mortal manβ¦