No matter how the politics of the supernatural in Atlanta change, one thing remains unchanged: if a problem arises, then Kate Daniels certainly finds herself at the epicenter... Former mercenary Kate Daniels, a friend of the King of Beasts, Carran, has more responsibilities than one can imagine. Not only is she trying to keep her detective business afloat, but now she must also deal with the affairs of the Pack, including preparing her people for the attack of Roland, a cruel ancient giant with god-like habits. Ever since Kate's connection to Roland became known, no one is safe, especially those closest to Kate. As Roland's shadow falls ever closer, Kate is called upon to attend the Conclave, a meeting of the leaders of the various supernatural factions in Atlanta. When the corpse of one of the lords of the dead appears there, apparently killed by a werewolf, Kate is given only twenty-four hours to track down the killer. And this time, if she fails, she will find herself embroiled in a war that could destroy everything she holds dear...