The story follows Will Ross as he ventures out into the world of children’s entertainment, donning clown shoes and picking up his old guitar. Immersed in a torrid love, Will is buoyed by Clara’s support and equally devastated when she eventually leaves him leaves him for refusing to go to trial for her father’s case. It’s only when his young guitar student is threatened that Will agrees to take up law again. As he fights for justice for the child, and struggles to win back Clara, Will balances the demands of love and atonement. The novel touches on deeper themes such as forgiveness and second chances, and how we have the ability to shape our own destinies by making brave decisions. Throughout the book, Markowitz skillfully highlights how life is full of unexpected twists and turns – but it is ultimately up to us how we choose to react in those moments that will define our lives.