The first book in Roth’s new duology unspools a whole new galaxy as it revolves around the story of two teens from opposing peoples; Cyra, whose ability to transfer her chronic pain onto others renders her a living weapon, and Akos, immune to all gifts, including hers. With their foretold “fates” binding them together—his is literally to serve her family—they must decide whether they want to help or kill each other as Ryzek, her older brother and a power-hungry tyrant, seeks to defy his no matter the cost.