So many things are happening to Soot. Fights, rebellions, clans, and new rules. After being taken hostage by the clan cats and being given a new name, she must battle for both trust and respect. Two things that seem to come almost too easily. She knows that life will never be that easy, and that it will throw another problem in her face just when she least expects it, yet she knows in her heart that she will be prepared for anything. But will she be able to handle what's coming?