Nicholas Walker is a Fortunist, meaning that he can predict events before they happen. As a result, he grew up feeling different and isolated from everyone else, especially at school and even towards his own family. One day, Nick meets Annabeth Baker, who takes him on a journey that leads to a place that will change his life forever. Nick learns about the Conspiracy, a group of magicians who grant powers to other human beings, as a sign of a coming-soon possession. Their main goal is to possess people so their group can grow, and Nick is their main target. In this fantasy based novel in the <i>Sleepy Hollow</i> series, Nick and Annabeth go on a quest that will change the world, and their own lives as well.