Lily Callaghan had been living in Manhattan for four years. With her mother dead and her drunk, abusive father in and out of her life, she quickly had to become the mother figure for her seven other siblings. She has her second family with the newsies as they protect her like one of their own. But one night she runs into Spot Conlon, the feared leader of the Brooklyn newsies. She knew about his reputation and to stay away from him. But when he saves her life, she can't help but wonder if all the rumors are true. As their relationship grows, the Manhattan newsies go on strike. With Spot's reluctance to help, Lily must pick between friends and family or the boy that loves her.