Princess Anidori-Kiladra Talianna Isilee, known as Ani, was born with the magical gift of speaking to animals, especially birds. But when her mother sends her to a distant kingdom for a political marriage, her lady-in-waiting, Selia, betrays her, steals her identity, and leaves Ani to die. Forced to hide as a lowly goose girl, Ani must find her own strength, learn to trust new friends, and reclaim her stolen crown and destiny.