The Shadow Being is a highly evolved entity that connects with four very bright and adventuresome students. Together they participate in a bold and somewhat dangerous science experiment designed to unravel some the mysteries of the universe. The four very good friends, Dana, Cat, Bosco and Kyle put their talents to good use by competing in and winning various contests. The synchronicity of events that follows has these four gifted students traveling to Paris where they meet some very interesting people. Their adventures put them in contact with world famous scientists, great musicians, exceptional martial artists, members of a mysterious secret society and great chefs. They also encounter a group of people that pose a great danger to them. All adventures lead to the students playing an important part in the execution of the big experiment. This is a bold, audacious experiment that will pierce the fabric of space time and expose some of the best kept secrets of the universe. The story also offers a glimpse into some of the amazing experiments that are now being conducted by physicists and astrophysicists at the world's largest machine for conducting science experiments, the Large Hadron Collider. Join Kyle, alias Popcorn head, Dana, Bosco and Cat on this fast paced, page turning tale that will change their lives forever.