Chapter 2

Emma stared at him blankly. Though she had only one sister, she said, “Rachel?” 

He nodded, his eyes glistening with tears. “Yes. Rachel. And Evan too. They were both in the car.”

Emma tugged her hand free and backed up until she stumbled over the patio table. Her mug slipped from her grip and shattered next to her foot. “No,” she choked out, shaking her head. 

Joe touched her arm. "Come inside. You need to sit down."