This book, along with the companion book, "Prince of The City", tells of the rise and fall of several Vampire Clans (each having different qualities and powers)in San Francisco. The book is very fast moving and easy to read and the characters are diverse in their actions and approach to their Undead life. This book deals with an Irishman named Sullivan who is brought into the World of Darkness by the mysterious Asian "Family". His trials and tribulations with the current Prince of the City are described in great detail.