After a failed rescue attempt, and no home to return to, Lily and Will reunite to join with her uncle and his Network of rebels, taking on Vice President Malevich and his army of agents, drones, and Guardians. With Malevich systematically enslaving the city-dwellers who depend on the New Government for their survival--he's made it clear he will eliminate anyone who stands in his way. Leading the rebellion while staying one step ahead of the Industry takes Lily, Will, and their friends on a harrowing journey from the desert southwest to the new Capitol in Chicago, where they'll face a fight to the death. But Lily's greatest gift--her driving instinct to heal and protect--may also be her greatest enemy. As Lily's abilities grow, can she do what it takes to save humanity, while taking down the madman bent on destroying it?