Being a firefighter is in Carl's blood, but after losing his partner in 9/11, Carl is ready to put the past behind him and try to forget the pain that has haunted him for the last ten years. Moving to Idaho is just the change he is looking for. The slow pace is a drastic and welcome difference from his life in New York. Taking a job at the local fire station is only natural and Carl immediately feels right at home. He quickly becomes friends with Jim, a younger firefighter. Jim stirs emotions Carl has sworn off and forces him to face ghosts Carl would rather just leave behind. As the two grow closer, can Jim break through Carl's walls and find a happiness that Carl doesn't think he deserves?