Jane comes to Coney with her dad and brother because the kids have inherited their grandfather's house. Being there brings back stories her mother told her before her death. Jane is eager to find out who she is by trying to learn more about her mother's life and about Coney. She explores with a beautiful tattooed boy named Leo who is the son of her mother's best friend and the son of the owner of the Anchor Bar. The old attractions are in danger of being demolished by the Loki Corporation which also bring conflict. Jane's father is a ride designer who has a chance of a big break with Loki but Jane's new friends want to preserve the old Coney. Excellent coming of age story!