When the members of the rock band CONQUEST first meet, they are all broke and searching for their place in life and in the world. Reid Taylor immediately seesthat drummer Clay Hicks is a dangerous man, like many other rock 'n rollers, who through drugsand tragic accidentscaused the death of people in their lives. Reid is sure Clay will get somebody killed. But no one will listen to Reid because the music the band is making is amazing. Reid feelsit's on him. If he isn't on top of what Clay is thinking and doing every second, someone Reid cares about is going to die. Events prove Reid is right. The adventures of the band head fora shocking conclusion. ""I'm about to tell you two stories that are inseparable. One led to sorrow and heartbreak. The other led to joy and triumph. I never would have thought my life would hold so much of both."-Reid Taylor""