In 'Leaving Time,' Jodi Picoult weaves a poignant narrative that explores the depths of a daughter's enduring love and determination. Jenna Metcalf has been haunted by the disappearance of her mother, Alice, for over a decade. Compelled by the unresolved mystery, Jenna clings to her mother's old journals, hoping to unearth clues. Alice's work as a scientist studying grief among elephants offers an unusual backdrop to this complex tale. Determined to discover the fate that befell her mother, Jenna is joined by Serenity Jones, a doubtful psychic, and Virgil Stanhope, a weary detective. Together, they embark on a journey for the truth, confronting painful realities and moving towards an enthralling conclusion that intertwines Jenna's remembrances with her mother's past.