Juggling college classes, new friends, work, and magical abilities should be a breeze for Iris after the trial of high school, right? Fear she'll once again be "the freak" fills Iris Faye as she enters college. Turns out having eyes that change color is the coolest thing a freshman can possess and Iris quickly learns what it means to be accepted. For the first time in her life, Iris has normalcy--something she always longed for. Magic, however, refuses to leave her alone. Slipping grades, stress, and a familiar face from high school who stalks her daily and manipulates her dreams make Iris's desire for a normal life increase. Soon, she's had enough. Iris swears off magic in favor of living an ordinary life. It turns out not using magic is no longer an option.

Iris's powers continue to expand. Her subconscious starts performing magic without her consent. It terrifies her. Iris must find a solution or risk injuring someone she cares about or worse. She vows to only use magic in her secluded practice locations. But when Brett and Mr. Moreno search her out and ask her to join them, Iris must decide what matters more to her in life--being normal or protecting her friends.