In an attempt to reconnect with her father, a young woman named Ronnie Miller is sent to spend the summer with him in a quiet coastal town in North Carolina. At first, the relationship between father and daughter is tense and filled with misunderstandings, as Ronnie despises the idea of leaving her life in New York behind. However, as the days go by, she begins to discover not only her father's musical talent, a former composer passionate about the piano, but also her own love for music, which allows her to connect with him through art.
At the same time, Ronnie falls in love with a local young man, Will Blakelee, whose life is marked by his own challenges and a dark secret. Together, they explore the beauty of summer, experience the intensity of first love, and face the difficulties that arise in their lives. Ronnie's relationship with her father evolves as they both learn to forgive and accept each other, addressing aspects of their past that had been buried.
However, the summer takes a turn when devastating news arrives, testing all the bonds they have formed. Through this experience, Ronnie confronts her fears and must decide what family, music, and love truly mean. This emotional story explores personal growth, reconciliation, and the healing power of music.