Jack Morgan is a D.C. lawyer. It is two years since his wife and daughter died. He has moved with his son Zach from the city to a place in northern Virginia, a more rural area. Jack thought he could leave the memories behind but they have followed him. He is grieving again and leaving Zach alone. He doesn't want Zach to see him like this. But spending time alone at home and being a new student at Jefferson High is tough on Zach. One of Zach's teachers Mr. Thomas seems to have it in for him and Zach doesn't understand why. The constant abuse from Mr. Thomas has terrified Zach who has been left alone by his dad for the weekend. Monday comes and Zach does an unspeakable thing. He just wants Mr. Thomas to talk with him. He thinks the teacher might listen to him if he is holding a gun. This is Zach's story.