Samantha O'Conor Clark lost her belief in story magic long before her husband left. Now it's all up to her. She must stay in control. In spite of her efforts her daughter is spiraling, and a vicious beast threatens Samantha in her sleep.

In the midst of it all, story calls to Samantha. She even thinks she sees Sorchae, the bright fairy from Granddad's stories. Real or imagined, Sorchae encourages Samantha to write again.

When bits of her written words bleed into real life, she's forced to face the magic. But can she trust it when all may be lost for her daughter?

Aisling Clark's young life has been falling apart. Love must be earned and she works hard for it, but she's getting tired. At least her boyfriend really loves her. Running away together will solve both their problems. But when life doesn't turn out the way she expects, hope is lost. Can the bright ball of energy and light bring her back from the darkness?