The first step is the most frightening. After joining a team of agents working on unsolved crimes, Lucy Firmin, born with an unusual gift, finds herself embroiled in a battle against an opponent from a religious cult, who is intent on destabilising the country. As she struggles to uncover the truth, she meets Miles Rogerson, a freelance journalist, and his enigmatic friend, Neil. But little do they know that their meeting will have life changing consequences – for them all.