Reborn as a noble's fourth son, Van's prodigy status crashes when he manifests production magic. Banished to a failing rural town, he sees opportunity where others see ruin, armed with past-life memories and his unwanted power.

Detective Charlie Hudson is partnered with Rex, a K9 German Shepherd, and together they investigate crimes.

Special Agent Will Trent was abandoned at birth and endured a harsh coming-of-age in Atlanta's overwhelmed foster-care system. Determined to make sure that nobody else feels as he did, he now has the highest clearance rate.