A thought provoking and entertaining young adult adventure ...... Born and raised in the idyllic Swan River Confederated Fraternity, Jonny Marshall has never risked traveling beyond the mountains surrounding his harmonious community. That is about to change! An adept distance runner and skilled musical theater performer, Jonny is approaching graduation. He dreams of the future, longing to claim a simple life employing his talents. Recent changes have made his life complicated. His plans have been unfairly shattered. Jonny has been called to embark on The Dig, a challenging rite of passage. Success is mandatory to ensure the survival of all he holds dear.During his harrowing quest outside the Fraternity, he discovers unimaginable conspiracy and corruption. This newfound knowledge creates inner turmoil. The dilemmas he faces will haunt the rest of his existence if navigated incorrectly. Jonny grapples with questions of liberty, morality, and equality in a rigid class based society. Where should government authority end and individual rights begin? He must find his answer and decide if he will attempt to reclaim his tranquil existence, rise up to fight an unjust system, or seize the opportunity to experience an unrestrained life, outside the boundaries of the Fraternity.