When 20-year-old 'other woman' Ellen Cassidy arrives unannounced at thesecluded California seaside home of 45-year-old Alice Ellis, the two clash,but gradually learn to understand each other in fundamental ways.Moon Passage is a provoking and satisfying book, beautifully crafted andpolished. Anne Ellis is visited by the impulsive Ellen, a student and formerlover of Anne's estranged husband, Jay. Anne has remained the "still center"of Jay's life, and Ellen is curious about that bond. Anne is interested inher own relationship with pain, and is strong enough to allow the intrusion.Eventually she can not only tolerate her guest, but can share her strengthwith the younger woman.