A man with a mysterious gift makes his presence known to the world through the destruction of a major American city, setting forth a twisting tale of romance, remembrance, and revenge. As a member of a rare and powerful race of genetically-evolved humans known as variants, Cael has the unique ability to manipulate the very fabric of the world around him. Yet, outside of his beloved fiancee Summer Ayers, the only thing he has to show for all his strength is a lifetime's worth of loss and letdown. His parents and closest friends have all been dead for years, and the only people with whom he...