In Brightams Ford, a storm is coming. Ranch owner Jasper Borland and the rest of the townspeople have been rushing to prepare for the months of destructive weather the wet season brings, but with their limited technology, survival can be a struggle in itself. When Jasper finds a lost, injured young man on his property, he has no choice but to take him in. At least hes quiet.

Unable to speak, the young man communicates by projecting his thoughts-a process that hurts anyone he isnt touching. Since most people fear him, that means everyone but Jasper. Soon Jasper learns his guest is...