From #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts comes the first novel in an unforgettable trilogy. Fate brings three women together for a chance to unlock their deepest desires. This is Malory's journey . . .
Malory Price's life plan has hit a snag. She's in danger of losing her job managing an art gallery in Pleasant Valley, Pennsylvania. A welcome distraction comes in the form of an invitation to a cocktail party at Warrior's Peak, an infamous estate overlooking the town. 
There are only two other guests: Dana Steele, a librarian, and Zoe McCourt, a single mother. On the surface it seems they have nothing in common, until their mysterious hosts tell them a story--and offer them a challenge. 
Legend has it that the souls of three demigoddesses--an artist, a bard, and a warrior--have been locked in a box that has three keys. If Malory and the others can find the keys, they will each receive an incredible reward: one million dollars. While it all seems too bizarre to be true, none of the women can ignore the financial windfall they stand to gain. 
Now Malory--with her soul of an artist and eye for beauty-- must find her key first. She soon discovers that whatever locked the souls away is dark, powerful, and greedy, and it doesn't want the women to win.