The world, despite most odds, was changing for the better; basic humanitarian rights were again guaranteed and standards of living were improving greatly. But, with so many still dependent on her presence, Penryn has to postpone her plans to hide away with her family, Raffe, and the Watchers. With a large majority of angels still inhabiting Earth, tensions remain high between the two races, and unfortunately for Penryn, she has caught the eye of more than just a few other unworldly beings.