Riona never believed the stories her grandmother told her, at least not until one of the characters was standing right in front of her. She didn't know just how much magic affected her life until she met Astor, a reclusive witch with a grudge against werewolves. Riona must learn to navigate the complex rules of magic while dealing with lies and betrayal at every turn. Her family loyalty and morality are tested to their limits when a familiar stranger with a dark past enters her life. Astor was never one to admit he was wrong. It isn't until he meets the fiery-tempered Riona that he discovers just how much he doesn't know about the world around him. His belief system is turned upside-down when he becomes friends with those he once hated and grows to fear the one he loves. Special thanks to Alisha Vosburg for editing, and for being my first loyal reader.