Tessa has heard her grandfather s stories about the fabled barbegazi since she was little. Now, after his death, she s determined to see the gnome-like creatures for herself and prove her grandfather wasn t just a confused old man. When Tessa discovers Gawion, a young male barbegazi, she s overjoyed. She can finally show everyone that her grandfather was telling the truth. But Gawion needs her help. His sister is missing and may have been captured by humans. As the two form a friendship, Tessa realizes that uncovering the truth about the barbegazi carries great responsibilities and sometimes things have to remain a secret.