Harry has been alone his entire life, Dudley had made sure of that. On the brink of heading off into a whole new world, Harry finds himself scared he always will be alone. He writes a letter, more for himself than anything. Then Hedwig takes it upon herself to deliver it to someone just as alone as him.

Last year, a chance encounter brought together Harry Potter and Fleur Delacour, while her father exonerated Sirius Black. Now, events at Hogwarts will test friendships old and new, as Voldemort conspires to make Harry the Fourth Champion of the Tri-Wizard Tournament. It's a race against time as Harry's allies work to hunt down Voldemort's darkest secrets...but will it be enough?