After the death of their mother her children discover things she left behind - her diary and informations about an affair she had many years ago in Madison County.
In a car accident Grace loses her leg and her beloved horse Pilgrim is seriously injured. Not wanting to put him to sleep the family decides to take advantage of the horse whisperer help to heal Pilgrim.
Biography of Louie Zamperini from 1930s, when he was noted athlete, all through the World War 2. From the fame as a runner for national team to the brutal reality of Japanese POW camp.