Jessica Brooks, who was born with cerebral palsy, was given up for adoption by her parents. However, she finds herself in a foster home. Nancy and Kenny, who desire to expand their family, decide to adopt Jessica. Jessica develops feelings for Kevin Connor, but hidden truths about her family are revealed.
On the other hand, Princess Elizabeth and her mother are exiled by her father due to the troubles caused by her half-sister, who manipulates the situation against them. Despite falling in love with Andrew Peterson, Princess Elizabeth's father forbids their union.
*SEQUEL TITLED 'CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' IS OUT NOW*
Jessica Cody is returning home and seeing her family after a years absence. The war between Smurf and her brothers has already started and she finds herself reeling back into a past affair that changes the game for the Cody's. The relationship between Jessica and Baz has never been platonic, as a matter of fact they have a long standing history between them. Being torn between her family and her new relationship, Jessica now has to choose what's more important. Love and power or family and loyalty. Is she willing to sink or swim?
*Fanfic to the TV series Animal Kingdom*
*Story contains violence, sex, language and drug use*