Sophie Simpleton's mountain is struck by a destructive cyclone. In a matter of seconds it resembles a war zone.

Yet, amidst this tragedy, Sophie has acquired two new friends; the ex-bully wheelchair-bound Leslie Longwood, and her not quite perfect Jewish friend, Phib. Together they have many adventures while facing another storm; the onslaught of bullies, and those who seek to destroy their world.

Sophie, having already prevailed against great odds in her young life, is now brimming with fresh confidence, as she invites her friends and enemies to her ninth birthday.

And time and time again, in the lead up to that auspicious event, she experiences the miraculous at the hands of the One with whom she has fallen in love.