The Tel'eev Ascendency's war of conquest sent waves of destruction throughout the world of Alleria. This has been proven true for Darah Mata, a young noblegirl who has been turned into a vampire by her uncle's machinations. Now, she's forced to learn the dreaded magic of necromancy while being tortured for any failings. Will she be able to attain the freedom from this torment that she seeks, or will she forever be a pawn of her uncle and the dark forces that he worships?