They are four different people with four separate lives: Sue, a young woman distanced from her native roots; David, a traveler in search of a dream; Laura, a student seeking her parents' understanding; and Peter, a rock star struggling to create a perfect sound.One looming fate threatens them all. And everything they love may be taken away in one fleeting second..."Paulsen is one of the best-loved writers alive." - New York Times"Powerful, simple stories...[Paulsen] writes clearly and honestly..." - Entertainment Weekly