A lot can change in a few months. Jake Palmer is living proof of that. In a short time, the once?shy loner has discovered his incredible supernatural abilities and forged a tight bond with his fellow Mystyx. What's more?he's fallen for his best friend, Krystal. And fallen hard.<P>Still, some things remain the same?like the jocks who keep bullying him. Even though they have no idea how powerful Jake has become. And while he tries to follow Krystal's advice, he may not be able to keep his cool much longer. But there are bigger problems ahead, because the darkness that's been hovering nearby is about to descend on the town of Lincoln, Connecticut. And when it does, the Mystyx will learn who to trust, who to fear and just how much is at stake?