Missy is een schrijfster uit Central Victoria die inspiratie vindt in de alledaagse eigenaardigheden van het leven. Haar verhalen verkennen vaak het grillige en onverwachte, gebaseerd op haar observaties van de wereld om haar heen. Ze is zelf een toegewijde lezer, voortdurend op zoek naar nieuwe verhalen om haar eigen creatieve proces aan te wakkeren.
Wrenn, a student at the elite Tennerson Girls Academy, struggles with her new environment, feeling out of place due to her background and her aunt's position as headmistress. Amidst the challenges of teenage dynamics and isolation, her new history teacher, Dalton Reed, brings hope and support, helping her navigate her difficult circumstances.
Exploring the theme of resilience, this book delves into the struggles of finding one's place in a tumultuous world. It highlights the journey of characters facing unexpected challenges and the chaos that disrupts their lives. Through their experiences, the narrative reveals how even in moments of upheaval, there is potential for growth and light to emerge from brokenness. The story emphasizes the importance of navigating life's uncertainties and the strength found in overcoming personal turmoil.