Allison Strange isn't your typical young woman.
After coming of age on a planet occupied by an indigenous alien moss, Allison finds herself in the middle of a power struggle. The planet's main industry, producing clones, is jeopardized by a shrinking supply of the liquefied moss, which is used as clone food.
Amidst increasing clone agitation, the Allison discovers alarming evidence of her conception and birth, bringing her into conflict with her mother, her father, and her society.
Is it any wonder that Allison Strange is glad you're born?