The acclaimed #1 New York Times bestselling author presents a spellbinding tale of a mother s tragic loss and a criminal s last chance at gaining salvation. Can we save ourselves, or do we rely on others to do it? Is what we believe always the truth? One day June Nealon was happily anticipating a lifetime of laughter and adventure with her family, and the next, she was staring into a future that was as empty as her heart. Now her life is a waiting game. Waiting for time to heal her wounds, waiting for justice. In short, waiting for a miracle to happen. For Shay Bourne, life holds no more surprises. In a heartbeat, though, something happens one day that changes everything for him.Now, he has one last chance for salvation, and it lies with June s 12-year-old daughter, Claire. But between Shay and Claire stretches an ocean of bitter regrets, past crimes, and the rage of a mother who has lost her child. Would you give up your vengeance against someone you hate, if it meant saving someone you love? Would you want your dreams to come true, if it meant granting your enemy s dying wish? Once again, Jodi Picoult mesmerizes and enthralls readers with this story of redemption, justice, and love.