The Elect. They aren't human. They're the next step in evolution and they're hiding in plain sight. They're senses are sharper, finely honed. Stronger. Smarter. Faster. Nature has created the perfect predator. Welcome to the top of the food chain. Zach Littman has made one major screw up in his life. He let his wife go. He'd give anything to reverse that blunder, but as long as she stays away he's willing to leave her be. Now, with the Elect under attack, Mallory volunteers for a dangerous mission to gather information they desperately need. She's back in Zach's territory and he has every intention of making up his past mistakes. If he can keep her alive.