Nat is thirteen and the oldest in the girls' home. She's lived here for seven years and only remembers her pasts in wisps of dreams she can't believe. The headmistress of the home hates her, but the voice in Nat's head tells her she is loved and the Almighty has a purpose for her. Nat would give anything to believe her life will ever matter. Her ability to move things with her mind and her skill to read could change everything.

Jer is eleven and too old for the orphanage any more. A street gang that survives by stealing takes him in, but he hates the danger and dishonest life. When his ability to speak to animals gets him noticed by a city stable owner, he finds not only a friend but honest work. The voice in his head orders him to leave to save his life and he steps into a world he never imaged.

Cay is nine and the youngest on the farm. The farmer and other kids are cruel. He can only trust his friend, Lor. She looks out for him, but even she doesn't know that the earth and water obey his command. The vision of the woman who visits Cay won't allow him to tell anyone about his ability. But Cay has to leave Lor behind when runs for his life. He promises to come back for her. First, he must meet those who will change his life forever.

A stolen crown. Twelve stones that carry a power of the Almighty. Hidden family. The recipe for adventure.