In the wake of his brother's suicide, Tyler's family splinters off under the pressure of their trauma. When he meets Ally, they find solace for their individual familial troubles in each other's arms. Love is born amid tragedy as both Ally and Tyler change each other's lives.
The tragedy of his brother’s suicide has destroyed the unity of Tyler’s family. His parents have separated and Tyler is now alienated from his father. In this bleak context, Tyler, the young rebellious New Yorker meets a beautiful girl who would bring happiness and harmony back into his life. Elle’s good-looks and “carpe diem” philosophy enchant Tyler and he falls in love with her. Gradually, Tyler feels that his life has meaning once more and she teaches him how to live life in earnest and with gratitude for all the tiny, lovely details that surround them. However, this air of serenity is short lived and ugly secrets that were long hidden start to resurface and to threaten the new relationship. These threats help Tyler learn that real love is a precious thing that deserves to be fought for at any price, even death. This picture is packed with joy and romance, not to mention its fair share of tribulation. It relates a love story that should serve as a reminder for all of us of the importance of living our lives with optimism, hope and faith in all that is good.