Kansas, 1892.

The circus is the first home where Maximo has ever felt safe. He dreams of becoming an animal trainer and envies Jodi--a girl who was born and raised in the circus and is already an accomplished performer. But ever since Jodi's mom was injured, Jodi has been unable to get back on the high wire.

When a train wreck sets a herd of elephants and a dangerous Bengal tiger loose on the countryside, both Max and Jodi must face their worst fears. Can they conquer their terror and survive the longest night of their lives?