Jaina Solo must deal with the fallout of the catastrophic mission to Myrkyr in Star by Star, as well as navigate the complicated love triangle in which she finds herself. Torn between her grief and multiple potential suitors, she must find herself in the midst of a dark downward spiral. This book also sees the return of several of the major players from The Courtship of Princess Leia, as Hapan politics once again catches up to the Solo family.‍