Ware loves nothing more than escaping into his own imagination. While other kids spend their summer playing sports and hanging out in loud groups, Ware prefers the quiet safety of his daydreams, where he can be a brave knight in a medieval world. When he stumbles upon an abandoned church lot, he finally finds the perfect place to build his own secret castle. But the lot is not as empty as it seems. He meets Jolene, a tough, practical girl who is using the space to grow a secret garden. Jolene does not believe in magic or daydreams; she only believes in what is real. Despite their differences, the two form a fragile alliance to protect their hidden sanctuary from developers who want to destroy it. As they work together, Ware begins to understand that true courage means standing up for what you care about right here in the real world.