When Taylor is just nine years old, her brother Corey becomes terminally ill. During this time she writes a journal that mirrors her family's journey through treatment, separation, coming to terms with a terminal illness, and the possible loss of a sibling. It is a touching story of relationships and personal growth, which encourages discussion of many important issues faced by young adults. The novel Susan White's first won the young adult category of the Writers' Federation of Nova Scotia 2010 Atlantic Writing Competition.