Child psychologist Julia Cates finds herself facing the ruins of her career. Tormented by guilt, she returns to her hometown by Mystic Lake to stay with her sister. Then, a severely traumatized child appears, in need of her help. Together with doctor Max, she tries to uncover what has happened to the child. Until a man comes forward, claiming to be the father. Julia must risk everything to discover who the girl truly is - and where she belongs. A clever and touching novel about how love can bring us back to life.