Darius wakes surrounded by blood. Most of his mind has been stolen, and the dark figure that took it wants the rest. Caught in a centuries-old war between the human empire and fiery rakkan invaders, he soon learns his fearsome powers have made him an enemy to many. Unable to tell friend from foe, he must fight to escape the one hunting him, the one who seeks to turn him into a mindless puppet. His only allies are his panther and the captivating but callous Alexandra, who promises to restore him to former glory. But can she be trusted? Is he ready to discover the truth of who he was, and why he's wanted?