In 2048, teen clone Adam Newman finds himself waiting in the "Earith" dimension for The Understanding, a mental nexus conferred on humans by the cloning process. Torn from his family life after the brutal murder of his parents, Adam's world changes even more when he discovers the existence of his clone twin, Noah. Although he finds comfort and love in the sanctuary of the University, nothing can prepare him for the love of his soul mate, Eve, or for his destiny. The Understanding interweaves the most fantastic, mind-bending elements of science fiction.