In 1918, as the Spanish Flu pandemic sweeps across America, 12-year-old Thomas's world is shattered when his mother falls ill. He is sent to live with his stern grandmother in a remote farmhouse, where he must grapple with overwhelming grief, fear, and loneliness. As Thomas navigates this new, uncertain reality, he discovers unexpected connections with his grandmother and the natural world, learning that hope and resilience can be found even in the darkest of times. The story is a poignant and sensitive exploration of loss, healing, and the quiet spaces where we process change.