Lucy has spent her life paying a debt she never owed. Forced into servitude under a cruel woman and her daughter, Lucy survives by keeping her head down and her heart guarded. School is her only escape—until she’s forced to attend the same elite academy as Catherine, the girl who makes her life unbearable. As old wounds resurface and dangerous secrets begin to unravel, Lucy finds herself caught between fragile friendships, betrayal, and a boy she never expected to trust. But some secrets are buried for a reason… and digging too deep could cost her everything. In a world where loyalty is tested and love comes with consequences, Lucy must decide how far she’s willing to go for the truth—and for herself.