Alexander Selwood finds his entire relationship with the Resistance unravelling when George discovers a buried secret. Rescue missions go awry and a surprise terrorist attack on Selwood Corp has Alexander making some hard decisions.

When Thaxter approaches him offering a deal, and Amir is kidnapped soon after, Alexander and the Resistance realise they have to work together if they are to beat their enemies. But with more of Alexander's secrets in the way, can they keep Thaxter's machinations at bay?