Eight years after the Emod invasion of Earth, Nola finds herself on Compound 33 with her best friend Alistair. The monotony of Nola’s weekly routine is quickly disrupted when newly discovered humans are brought to the compound by Emod scouts. Among the new humans is Alexander who stands out for his hatred towards the Emod and his mysterious interest in Nola. Despite a rocky beginning, Nola and Alexander tentatively grow close to one another, brought together by a shared, dangerous secret. While Nola attempts to negotiate her relationships with Alexander and Alistair, her main concern becomes Stater, the head of Emod security who watches Nola tirelessly waiting for a reason to eliminate her. Nola’s worst fears are realized when Alistair betrays the dangerous secret to Stater, threatening both Alexander and Nola’s lives.