8Savage. Heathen. Stupid girl. That's what the Christians call her. The labels are inescapable, but Abilene knows who she is. She is Pax-a sentinel of forest, crag, and sea. A firm believer in the power of planting a tree out of goodwill. A rambler at heart, faithful to her roots. With all of this in mind, she sets off on a journey to the top of the highest peak. For weeks, she hikes alone-until she meets the Man of God, a Christian outcast with countless persecuted perspectives. In spite of everything, they must face the untraveled trail together, bound for a summit of unimaginable height...