The circle of six finds themselves divided by love, loyalty, and leadership. Armani must choose between following his heart and leading a freedom faction on the 5th World, Orionous. His choice will shock those closest to him and himself. Newfound friends, Ara and Marius-of the Arroyo Clan-have secrets of their own, ones they're determined to keep hidden, because on the 5th World, what makes one different often proves deadly.