Venturing beyond the small coastal town is considered a death wish, especially after he never returned on the day he promised.
Only his son Benji, now fourteen, refuses to believe the rumors. He can't shake the feeling that his dad is still out there-an idea his mom shuts down constantly.
While his friends urge him to face reality, Benji packs for yet another escape attempt. Leaving Wishville isn't easy when the people who love him will do anything to keep him home.
For his own safety, they say.