The young warrior tarisai has been trained since birth by a distant mother called the lady in order to rightfully win a coveted placed in the princes council of 11. Tarisai is serving for a greater purpose however being raised by a distant mother as well as having the magical ability to see people’s memories with one touch has caused her to grow isolated and unaware of what love and family truly encompasses. Her mission as commanded by her mother is to gain the princes trust and love and at that weak moment she must then kill him. However tarisai has her own dreams and desires, and it was so interesting to see her battle with a purpose and life set by her mother and her own ambitions in life that tarisai herself wishes to obtain. This was a very unique book and would definitely recommend to people who like an enemies to lover style as well as a book filled with plot twists.