Dakota half-breed Hannah Hops Along lives on the edge. She lives on the prairie's edge between the Badlands and the reservation. She lives at the edge of contemporary culture, fiercely protecting the ancient traditions of her tribe. And leapfrogging the edge of the new century, she jumps head long into the distant future that most will not know for decades.

Able to share mind space with the planet earth, Hannah finds herself exploring foreign territory. Though first tantalized by her adventure, she later loses her connection to home and fights for her life. Garnering her inner resources,...