Disturbing events at home see Connor Benton spending summer break at his grandparents' remote lake cabin. On the very first morning, he stumbles across a newly born, white-furred orphan fawn. Although against the law, Connor wants to keep the unique creature, hoping to care for it until it can fend for itself. While attempting to sneak the fawn into the bunkhouse, he's confronted by Olivia, a girl with private problems of her own. She promises to keep his secret, and Connor sees no other option but to accept Olivia's help. It's good he does because, as he soon discovers, Mother Nature isn't always a kind hearted caregiver.