With her memories of the days ahead, Iris seeks to help cure King Grannis of poisoning and prepare the kingdom for oncoming drought. Yet time is running out to save poor Fiona from the assassination yet to occur. Now more than ever, Iris must rely on her wits to prove herself to her new connections - be they the king, the people of Remulia, or Prince Alvin, the fair-haired flirt. But can she save Fiona before it’s too late?