Alex, an ethically dubious ex-lawyer, unexpectedly bypasses eternal damnation for a celestial Recycling Center where souls earn redemption through reincarnation. In New York's Central Park, he's reborn as a mosquito and then evolves through various animal forms, each existence teaching him neglected virtues. As part of the "Alice Gang," a group named for their rendezvous around the park's Alice in Wonderland statue, Alex experiences the complexities of love, sacrifice, and community. His journey through different lives—full of humor and moral quandaries—earns him points towards the coveted goal of ascension to heaven. This narrative weaves together comedy and sincerity, exploring the themes of morality, change, and the interconnection of life, prompting readers to ponder if true transformation is ever out of reach