My goals for the next four years are Survive life at Obsidian Academy. Successfully summon a Shadow—a manifestation of my magic. And follow in the footsteps of my famous father as a Protector in service to the realm. Blending into my role should be easy enough, right? Wrong. In a world where Protectors like me are divided into Predators and Preys—each with unique affinities—I’m struck by strange occurrences that seem to only affect me. And while I attempt to uncover that mystery, I learn I yield a special power that’s practically unheard of, one people fear might repeat an unstable history. I have the ability to summon two Shadows. In my quest for truth, I must rely on unexpected allies—Vaughn Harper, the arrogant jerk. Kai Clarke, the enigma. And Simon Blake, my instructor—whose true intentions towards me may not be as clear as they seem. Together, we race against time to uncover the secrets hidden within the Darkness. But are we already too late?