Despite scorn from her colleagues, Dr. EleanorEllie devoutly eavesdrops on the universe. And then, one fateful morning, she hears a cryptic signal. As the world's scientists scramble to decodethe message, Ellie must struggle to become Earth's single emissary on a journey beyond theory or experience. Seeking support, she turns to her only ally--and former love--religious scholar and top-level government advisor, Palmer Joss. Separated by very different beliefs, they reunite in their passion for knowledge and truth.
