At the age of 8, Ember Blu has become an orphan due to the result of a horrifying, head-on collision. Many years later, at the age of 14, Ember finally gets adopted by an odd couple. She now resides in a town outsiders call Soul City. Reason unknown, just like the residents. She doesn't mind living here. If you avoid the Fiery Forest, you're fine. Except, that's where the secrets are, and that's the only place Ember wants to be.