In the tight-knit community of Meadowlark, Charlese Matthews grows and thrives. From an early age, she learns about God's love from her adoring parents; even better, they show her that love by making their home the center of neighborhood activity. It's open and hospitable to anyone, especially to Charlese's neighbor and best friend, Walker. The young friends share everything from secrets to snacks, and are never far apart. But when her mother dies suddenly, Charlese's wonderful and carefree world shatters. She leans heavily on those around her and tries to adjust to her devastating loss,...

In the tight-knit community of Meadowlark, Charlese Matthews grows and thrives. From an early age, she learns about God's love from her adoring parents; even better, they show her that love by making their home the center of neighborhood activity. It's open and hospitable to anyone, especially to Charlese's neighbor and best friend, Walker. The young friends share everything from secrets to snacks, and are never far apart. But when her mother dies suddenly, Charlese's wonderful and carefree world shatters. She leans heavily on those around her and tries to adjust to her devastating loss,...