Benjamin Timmons, a third-year honor student at New York University, turns down a prestigious Wall Street summer internship to travel to rural Arkansas in hopes of uncovering a forty year family tragedy and resolving the recent death of his father. Obstacles to Timmons' quest include a popular ex-President intent on protecting his status and legacy. As Timmons unravels the mystery, he confronts rich and powerful enemies, dedicated to stopping the college student - regardless of cost or means.