Being a witch assassin isn't all it's cracked up to be. Xava has been sent on another mission. Research and remove Markus Withersby of the Black Coven from power if the accusations against him are found to be true. She's been watching and waiting for months with no evidence. When she finally makes contact, her world turns upside down. There are threats in every direction. Even the Hex Guard can't stop a witch bond, no matter how hard they try.