In a magical world where people can summon the elements, a deadly disease is raging. Clancy Donovan’s sister has died and now her brother is sick too. Those in power say a cure is on its way. But they’re lying and Clancy knows it. Authorities have labelled Clancy difficult and rebellious; now she’s their best hope for a cure. To succeed in her quest she must disobey the Queen, the laws of her land, and even her family. She must once again become, defiant.