They say cats have nine lives, but time is running out for Seal! She never imagined anything beyond suburban life, her daily work in the Cat Orphanage, and putting up with Supervisor Mota's demands. But with the appearance of the mysterious mouse, Mukti, her life is about to take twists and turns she never dreamed of.

In this multi-cultural tale of self-discovery, Seal experiences cross-continental travels as she meets with Tansen, the Great Teacher. She is catapulted into a high-stakes, adventurous quest across Nepal, Japan, and India. Seal becomes an unexpected student in the mysterious arts of the East-meditation, music, yoga, and the secret Soto technique-and something precious is on the line, the life of her best friend, Ardaas, who has been kidnapped by Kadir, a violent and dangerous gorilla.

Only Seal has the ability to find them. Will she be able to complete her training with Tansen, find Ardaas, and confront Kadir before it's too late?

In this amazing fantasy tale of reincarnation, awakening and enlightenment, Seal experiences the beautiful spiritual traditions of the East and in the process of self-realization comes to experience diversity and friendship in its many forms.