Born in his parents’ self-imposed exile, named after a city cat, and raised alongside half-ThunderClan city-born kits, was it ever any wonder that Spireclaw would look beyond the confines of his own Clan with friendship and understanding? Berryheart was furious when her son announced his love for Fringewhisker of SkyClan, but Spireclaw’s loyalty to his mate is greater than any fear he has of his mother’s displeasure. He is determined to support her steadfastly through her trials and through his mother’s attempts to oust her from the Clan. But will even his steady love and loyalty be enough to carry him and Fringewhisker through the increasing hostily against so-called Clan-swappers?