Long exiled from the Moon, the men of the Monere serve - and mate with - imperious Queens who can channel the rays of their far-off homeland. Gryphon believes that Mona Lisa is a Queen, but her introduction to the night-time court of the Monere, simmering with intrigue, casual lust and calculated cruelty is far from smooth. The other Queens are infuriated by Mona's potential and are all menaced by a group of rogue males. Even as she battles threats from within and without, Mona Lisa is determined to discover who she is and to explore her growing powers - and secret desires.