Although Eli may be the star of this series, Jeannie McCullough is the lead. Over many seasons, the show will dramatize her evolution from an eleven-year old tomboy, mentored by her beloved grandfather, to the ruthless CEO of an oil empire. Observant, intuitive and wise beyond her years, nothing gets by Jeannie. She is painfully aware of her fathers (Pete) descent into depression, the schism in her parents' marriage and the perilous and bloody things Eli may have to do to protect the family. She proudly accepts her status as Eli's favorite, cherishes their bond and intends to live up to the future he envisions for her.