New York: Dial Press, (2003). First edition - The author's very highly praised first novel - one which brings to life the parallel quests of two intrepid young women - one in 1913 as World War I is beginning - and the other 60 years later - as they delve into the centuries-old mysteries of Easter Island. It "weaves together history, science and romance, while maintaining an undercurrent of suspense." Robert Stone called it "One of the best novels of the year." Author's note. 302 pp.