Do you think that wealth and tranquility guarantee a person happiness? Unfortunately no. Life is unpredictable, and no one is immune from the bitterness of unpleasant discoveries. The main thing is to be able to overcome life's transition and look forward with confidence. At the center of the story is a modern American family - Sarah and Benjamin Cooper, as well as their children, Josh and Abby. Their union seems ideal, but Ben meets another woman, and everything changes dramatically for each of them. Observing the lives of the characters in the novel, the reader has the opportunity to think about why hopes are dashed and how to revive them.