Ellysmera is divided in two: Elyvnia, ridden with rules, and Ellyria, shrouded in chaotic lawlessness. In this world where inky florals and whorls grant a person extra strength and regeneration abilities, those unfortunately Unmarked are looked down upon by society. Elle Kore is an Unmarked, and though her life is unhappy, it is predictable. That is, until her best friend and only family is accused of helping Elvynia's greatest enemy, Ellyria. Elle's world is turned upside down and everything she knows is thrown into question when she becomes entangled in the chase for an ancient artifact that could save--or doom--Ellysmera forever.