Sister John, A Carmelite nun, experiences painful headaches that create beautiful visions. When a tumor is discovered, she struggles with whether or not to have it removed and live without her inspiration.
Seventeen-year-old Ken, an epileptic who lives in the shadow of his older half-brother, meets a drifter who settles into a vacant lot in his small town which leads him to discover a world of deception, crime, and revenge.
Discusses the characteristics and impact of epilepsy on individuals and families; offers advice on how to cope with the seizure disorder; and provides information on some of the specific concerns people with epilepsy may have regarding sexual activity, childbearing, personality changes, and other topics.
Just as friends sometimes misunderstand about his epilepsy, Brian's misconceptions about a funeral home are cleared up on Halloween night. Concludes with a question and answer section in which Brian discusses the causes and treatment of epilepsy.
Provides basic information on epilepsy in teenagers and includes discussions on treatment, success stories, and the social stigma that lingers around the disease.