The book's story begins in 1980 when John and Maya were young and in love. Their lives changed dramatically from happiness to sadness and fear when John had a severe seizure and fell into a coma. Maya and their family struggle for John's recovery, and the story follows their feelings, hopes, and fears. At the same time, the story deals with John and Oliver's experiences in a parallel reality, some mystical world where they try to figure out why they are there and how they can return to reality. The story is filled with love, hope, and struggle amid difficulties, and it is also a powerful depiction of hope, will, friendship, and love, as well as the strength they give us to get through challenging times.