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. Carter Owens is new to the Elect. A former special forces soldier, he's a born warrior, and now he's using those skills to protect the son he has just discovered. When Kaden's mother, who is supposed to be dead, is found Carter doesn't hesitate to add her to his protection. Jamie Wade spent months in a madman's captivity. She's stunned to wake and find herself liberated, but it's clear that if Carter has anything to say about it she will never be free.