In a time when most had lost hope and many were living in fear, Pepper, a typical 14 year old girl, is trying to make sense of the chaos and fear that exists all around her. After witnessing the abduction of her parents and narrowly escaping her own destruction, she is quickly thrust into solving the mystery behind her parents' involvement with the annual alien abductions. Along the way she discovers her own hidden talents and gifts, and creates lasting relationships with her new-found friends. A must-read for anyone who enjoys teen sci-fi fantasy!