Animal Dreams

Haunted by a personal tragedy and adrift in life, Codi Noline returns to her estranged past in Grace, Arizona, to care for her ailing, distant father. Initially seeking refuge, Codi finds herself in a town grappling with a silent environmental catastrophe that threatens its very existence. As she navigates the complexities of her family history and the unfolding ecological crisis, Codi begins to unearth startling revelations about her own identity and the profound secrets her family has kept. Her journey of self-discovery is intertwined with her burgeoning relationship with Loyd Peregrina, an Apache trainman whose unconventional wisdom challenges her cynical worldview. Through a vibrant tapestry of community, nature, and personal reckoning, Codi must confront her fears, reconnect with her roots, and find her place in a world teetering on the brink of change, learning that a sweet life is the foundation for sweet dreams.