Spearwood has always been dangerous, but now, it’s become deadly.

Ever since Avalon returned to the orchard for the summer, her time is spent avoiding Jericho's continued bullying, while trying to spend time with her busy father. In the time she spends alone, though, she can't help but wonder why the guys she befriended at Spearwood, and Lusk in particular, haven't reached out even once. When Jackie invites her to return to the Isle of Dragons early, she leaps at the chance to get away from her childhood friend turned nemesis.

A return to Spearwood, though, brings with it trouble of its own. An overheard conversation between Lusk and his father makes her question his loyalty, and new trials stall Avalon's progress at school, putting her in jeopardy of being among the first cut.

Then, students begin to disappear, and death strikes at Spearwood. The school for dragon shifters has never been a safe place, but now, it's downright deadly. There's a killer on the loose, and Avalon can't help but wonder if the culprit is hiding among her friends.

With death around every corner and Spearwood going into lockdown, will Avalon be able to complete her Apprentice year and move on to become the Crafter she always dreamed of? Or will her trust be betrayed and cost her everything?