Gardner Rodgers is teetering on the edge of 50. Her only intentions are maintaining her safe, comfortable job and taking care of her mischievous guinea pigs. Enter meddling and mysterious Dr. Moon, who connects Gardner with an assortment of strangers who all have something to offer. What does a seaside shrinking violet have to learn from a jade merchant, a seal researcher, and a roasted pig? Gardner must blossom and rise to meet destiny or risk being left behind. This isn't your typical coming-of-age story. . .