Maya Curtis (20) is the oldest sister of Ponyboy (17), Sodapop (16), and Darrel (14) Curtis. Since their parents died in an auto accident, Maya's done her best to raise her three younger brothers, keep them in school and out of trouble. She gets help from the rest of their gang, and some other friends as well. Help can also come from the most unlikely of places, as Maya and her lopsided family will soon find out.