Leaving her newly crowned husband to oversee his nation, Duchess Jacqueline Arienta Xavier returns to Saphire after months away from her beloved home. With the War Council looming, she's eager to resume her duties.
However, a harrowing incident at the palace forces Jax to seek refuge at Galensmore, a heavily fortified estate. With the help of her dear friends, the Duchess takes it upon herself to investigate who the mastermind behind the palace attack is. Yet, when a member of the Galensmore household turns up dead, Jax realizes that danger is closer than ever.