As an only child, Janet longs for a sister her parents are
unable to give her. In kindergarten she meets Sophie, a
strange and imaginative girl with a troubled family life. As
friendship grows between the two girls, Janet believes her
prayers have been answered, especially when members of her
family embrace Sophie as one of their own.
Sophieβs
troubles continue to follow her through high school, and
Janet stands by her βsisterβ until, in adulthood, she learns
of a devastating secret Sophie has kept from her. Janetβs
world is turned upside downβand she discovers there may be a
limit to what sisters should share.