They walk among us, hidden in plain sight, protecting knowledge that can change the modern world. The adventure of Earth Things is a dystopic novel where teens unearth a secret culture born out of Native America. In doing so, they become hunted. Along their journey, childhood disappears along with the woods they are exploring. They are faced with discoveries through puzzle stones that lead them to a shipwreck, rotting old prison and abandoned amusement park. In these curious places, they encounter mysterious elders who enlighten them on how everything connects one piece at a time. As it all comes into focus, they wonder, are they what they seek?