Spoilt and selfish, Crystal Blake has a perfect life: a loving husband, a beautiful home, and an indulgent existence. Her life is turned upside down when the years of rumbling war erupts during a holiday with her husband, Will, on a paradise-safe island. Crystal, alone and pregnant, must navigate the treacherous landscape, surrounded by soldiers who want her dead with her two rescued companions, the cat Puss and the dog Diesel. The three of them spend many frightening nights with bombs exploding around them. Together with other survivors, they find sanctuary on a nearby island. Crystal embarks on an emotional journey as she discovers dark, frightening secrets about her gentle husband and the true essence of life, love, and values. She forms deep bonds, learns about a new culture, and thrives in a simple way of life. Her perspective undergoes a profound transformation, inspiring her with resilience and adaptability. This is a gripping tale of survival and a poignant exploration of happiness, sadness, love and laughter. Just when you think life is perfect, a great big kipper comes along and slaps you around the chops!