After her dad is transferred to a Podunk town, thirteen-year old Kelly Watson has to learn to adapt. Luckily, Emma Cathcart is not only kind enough to show her around, but knows a thing or two about Kelly's family history. As Kelly and her family settle in, Kelly finds herself drawn to an old home. She's always loved preserving old houses, but this house is like no other she's ever known. This eerie house seems to beckon her and it's all Kelly can do to resist the temptation to explore on her own. When curiosity finally takes over, Kelly learns some surprising details. With Emma's help, secrets are unearthed and they prove to be more than Kelly could have imagined. Some secrets don't have to be lost forever.