Young Annis Watson is on the run. Her childhood ended abruptly and her only keepsake is the target on her back. She'll be hunted wherever she goes, but Annis finds a safe place to hide when she crosses paths with the Brooks and Bennet Circus. When Annis joins this merry band of misfits, she begins to see the world-and herself- anew. With each passing adventure under the big top, it's easy to forget the past. But it hasn't forgotten her. And before long, it comes for her.Now, all who try to save her are at risk but Annis is determined not to see the same tragedy unfold twice in one lifetime.