In the magical world of Kraterra, an alchemist with a silver tongue is determined to fulfill a prince’s impossible request, even if it means trading his life for an impossible wish. Meanwhile, Alletha, a wild orphan with a fairy curse, yearns to know more about the forbidden world of men at Ely Citadel, and when an alchemist begs for her help, she must decide whether to take the risk or leave him to his fate.