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Jack, a seasoned detective, and his wife Faye are trying to move forward in a world forever changed. The Shepherds have revealed themselves, global conflict has been halted under President Pike's rule, and armed forces now stand watch across the world. Peace exists—but it is fragile, and tension still lingers beneath the surface.

In this uncertain new reality, their daughter Cadellia is forced to find her own way. Gifted with extraordinary physical traits—enhanced strength, heightened senses, and an appearance that sets her apart—Cadi has always lived on the margins of normalcy.

All she wants is what others take for granted: the freedom to belong, to choose her own path, and to be seen as more than what she is. But growing up different in a tightly controlled world means learning early that acceptance is conditional, and independence comes at a cost.

Separated from her parents, Cadi must rely on herself as she begins to understand who she is and what she is capable of. In the distance, forces far larger than her own life are in motion—but even as she stands alone, she comes to realize that separation does not mean abandonment, and that her family is still fighting for her, and for the chance to be together again.