Tim's world shatters when he loses his father, leaving him with nothing but memories and the looming threat of a move from River Fork's New Hampshire farm country to a big city. Wishing Dad home for his thirteenth birthday, and Armed with his father's tales of Tiny Bear, a magical bear, Tim embarks on a camp-out along the Saco River, searching for a connection to his dad. But when a hurricane strikes and traps him in a flooded cave, his quest turns into a perilous journey. Tim's faith in magic is tested. As he grapples with grief and the reality of his situation, he must decide whether to hold on to his belief in Tiny Bear or face the heartbreaking truth of his loss. Can Tim find the strength to navigate both the storm outside and the storm within? For anyone who has experienced the loss of a parent or loved one, Tim's journey will resonate as he explores childhood grief and self-discovery within a historical coming of age setting.