Chill and stark, the Trees were etched against the surrounding greenery like white bones protruding through flesh. Peter Trevick, a plant scientist, was intrigued by their unusual growth patterns. To him, the Trees spoke only of a rare plant disease: something to study and define. He didn't realise they were speaking a different language altogether--one that would forever change his existence, and the lives of the people he cared most deeply about. Until it was too late.