Scarlett is a member of the Ithicta, a tribe of underground supernatural creatures that prey on humans. She has been chosen for a very special mission, a chance no other female has been offered. She is to infiltrate a group of hunters and learn their secrets and weaknesses. Easy enough until she meets them and realizes they are not the monsters she thought them to be. She has a year to complete her assignment. A year of living with them, hunting with them, and creating strong bonds of friendship. Will Scarlett remain true to her duty or will she betray everything she has ever known for love and friendship?