Maria hated Anthony. The teachers at their school doted on Anthony and joined him in bullying anyone that Anthony targeted. He was Gifted and Maria wasn't so Maria was always wrong whenever they fought. One day, as Anthony's bullying took on overtones that frightened and infuriated Maria, her temper broke. The aftermath opened a whole new world to Maria, allowing her to ensure that Anthony wouldn't hurt her or anyone else ever again. Valkyrie tells the exciting coming of age story of a young woman in the Eight Factors universe. It is appropriate for young adults and up.