Malcolm's had a problem for as long as he can remember. No matter where he goes or what he does, he leaves misery in his wake. Sadness and negativity are his constant companions, influencing others around him until they cannot bear to live. But then Rae shows up in his life, and everything changes. Darkness cleaves to light. Anger yields to joy. The question is whether she'll be his salvation or his destruction.

Rae and Malcolm are on the run with help from friends. Not sure who to trust anymore or where they're even going, they must work together to get free of the group who seeks to bind them and take advantage of their influence over others.