By day, Alric is a fearless warrior who rules his people fairly and protects them fiercely. But when the full moon rises, he becomes that which he hates — a beast whose ferocious impulses he cannot control.

Caasi belongs to a wandering people who have set up camp on Alric's land. From the moment she first catches sight of the lord of the land, she is enchanted by him. And he is no better off — it's no wonder his people call her a witch.

Alric is desperate to find an end to his curse, and he calls upon Caasi to help him. But as a mysterious old crone has hinted, only he can free himself…