They are being hunted for their magic with no clear escape.
Nikko Sorren considers himself an ordinary thief. Except he was born with a magic that helps him steal. He's avoided suspicion easily for years. Until a young mage finds him, wanting to steal Nikko's magic for himself.
On the run, alone, Nikko meets others trying to escape the country. None can do it alone. None are sure it can be done at all.
They must face the fate they didn't choose. Faced with deadly consequences, Nikko and his new friends make desperate choices.
Survival means keeping their souls.