Legend has it that ghosts of escaped slaves haunt Cedar Creek Cemetery, and Doris McClellan, Boone Creek's local psychic, is disturbed by the mayor's acceptance of the cemetery becoming a local tourist attraction. Doris is interested in acquiring some objective verification regarding the appearance of mysterious lights at Cedar Creek and summons investigative science reporter Jeremy Marsh to begin researching this seemingly unexplainable phenomenon. Known for debunking the paranormal, Jeremy answers McClellan's request and comes to Boone Creek, a small rural community in North Carolina.

Upon Jeremy's arrival, he meets beautiful but gun-shy head librarian Lexie Darnall, granddaughter of Doris McClellan. Skeptical of strangers, Lexie begrudgingly assists Jeremy with his cemetery project and in the process, a strong attraction between the two develops. Jeremy, a confirmed bachelor and known ladies' man, is taken aback by his feelings for Lexie and must grapple with his growing interest in her. Lexie, having experienced several broken relationships in her past, runs from her feelings to a place she holds dear.

Nicholas Sparks once again doesn't disappoint in his ability to create an evocative and sentimental story. Peppered with a few quirky characters, Sparks presents all the best elements of living in a small town. The story flows effortlessly to the pivotal scenes when the mystery is solved and Jeremy and Lexie must make tough choices. While it does not require a box of tissues like many of Sparks' other novels, his latest story will make you a "true believer" in the power of love.