In Crossing Tracks, set in 1971, 18-year-old Tink embarks on a transformative journey riding freight trains across America to attend a prestigious NASA seminar in Missoula, Montana. Haunted by her father's tragic farm accident, she seeks solace and redemption through her dreams of becoming an astronaut. Along the way, she encounters a diverse cast of characters who challenge and inspire her, as she learns valuable lessons about resilience, compassion, and the true essence of humanity. The rugged landscapes and unpredictable encounters shape her understanding of herself and the world around her, ultimately leading her to discover her inner strength and identity as she pursues her passion for space exploration, determined to rise above her painful past and embrace her future among the stars.