Arcturus Holst is famous before he's even born. He is the first human ever born in outer space, and if the mission is carried out correctly, would be the only human to experience what is beyond the knowledge of our existence. Technological advances in space travel have allowed humans access to the outside of our galaxy. The only thing is- it is a suicide mission. Two married scientists sign up for the job. They needed Arcturus to carry out their life's work. His importance to all of mankind was instilled in him from birth, but he can't help but struggle with the fact that none of this was his choice. Living his life alone, behind digital screens, and in the merciless void of interstellar space, can he discover the answer to his questions: Was he born as just a science project, or does his life have a greater purpose?