Effy Sayre, a steadfast believer in fairy tales, embarks on a journey woven with magic, mystery, and peril. Entranced by visions of the Fairy King and fueled by her devotion to a legendary tale, Effy sets out to reshape the destiny of an enigmatic author’s estate. Amidst the decaying walls of Hiraeth Manor, she encounters unlikely allies and formidable adversaries, including the inscrutable Preston Héloury. As they unravel the secrets of the past, Effy and Preston are ensnared in a spellbinding dance of love and betrayal, where the line between reality and fantasy fades with each passing moment.