Levra Shield and her husband Gunnar survived the treacherous journey from Earth. When they arrive on New Eden, she is fascinated by the planet's native inhabitants. Levra comes to love the Ddaeran people and is eager to learn more about their psychic abilities. When Gunnar is ordered to settle a far off region of the planet, Levra is excited to learn more about the Ddaerans' culture. But when they arrive at Watcher Bay, Levra learns that her husband's mission has a sinister purpose. Desperate to save the Ddaerans from a terrible fate at the hands of her former allies, Levra must take drastic action.