Astrid was worlds apart from anyone else, in more ways than one. As always appearances can be deceiving and Astrid is no exception. With her constant companion a unique raven Astrid is thrown into situations that force her to adapt to survive. With her strange and mysterious beginnings Astrid is forced into leaving what she knows behind and into the world's of others. Will her existence always be a mystery or will that always be a secret kept from her. Yet is knowing the truth always the best thing?