Emerging unscathed from a devastating car accident — contradicting her vivid memories of the event — eighteen-year-old Catherine Hamel finds herself grappling with what is real and ...what is not. Navigating this and strained family dynamics after uncovering untold truths about her adoption, Cate encounters Coda, a young man concealing a profound otherworldly secret. Together, they become embroiled in a quest for his Portable, a mysterious device of great importance.

However, their journey takes a perilous turn when a shocking accusation forces Cate to flee for her life, ripping her from the familiar streets of Charlottesville into the mystical yet dangerous realm of Colonica. As she struggles to find Coda and prove her innocence in this new world, Cate discovers a hidden power within herself, unlocking a destiny that could change everything.