In 1800, shortly before his twelfth birthday, Richard is sent to live with his uncle on a farm in upper New York State, where he teaches a young slave to read and encourages her to dream of freedom.
These emotional tapes have two tracks - positive and negative. What you know and feel about these events is determined by which aspect of the tape you choose to play. Richard Flint knows, because this book is his life story.
Aaron's happy in his new home, ignoring the town outside his gate. Until his car breaks down and Janelle comes to his rescue. Now he can't get her out of his mind and he's willing to brave the whole town to see where things might lead.