In the Kingdom of Noctis, falling asleep can be a deadly mistake. A terrifying curse known as Corruption is spreading through the minds of dreamers, stealing souls one by one. The only defense is a daily elixir, but for some, the dark allure of the Dream Realm is impossible to resist. All Esmer Havenfall wants is to escape her dreary village. But when her sister falls victim to Corruption and her parents are blamed for a horrific crime, Esmer's reality shatters. Desperate for answers, she finds herself dreaming of the Shadow Bringer, the mysterious and sinister prince of darkness who rules the Dream Realm. Realizing his dark magic might be tied to her own soul, Esmer makes a dangerous choice to follow him into the shadows. She hopes to end the curse and save her family, but the prince hides a haunted past that could change everything. If you love lush, gothic fantasies filled with deadly secrets and shadow-haunted romance, prepare to be completely consumed by this seductive and thrilling adventure.