This story taps into the innocence of brand new love for Ala, or what she considers love to be. She is able to start over and tell her story to someone new who she hopes can help her heal from the past. The summer is always fleeting and feels ripe with possibilities for Ala. A summer job is perfect for her because it ends after a few months, while the memories can last a lifetime. This story is about how the ordinary lives Ala is part of, are anything but, and how danger can be where she least expects it. It is also about how strong Ala’s will to survive is and that kind determination can make for unthinkable actions and consequences.