Milly is a teenager who is struggling to adjust to her new life in a new town. She is dealing with the loss of her father and the challenges of starting over in a new place. Louis, Milly's younger brother, is also struggling with adjusting to his new life. He is having trouble making friends and feels isolated.
Charlene, Milly and Louis' mother, is struggling with her own grief. She is finding it difficult to cope with her husband's death and is trying to provide for her children while dealing with her own emotional turmoil.
Enter Eric, the next door neighbor who has autism. Eric is a boy who is fascinated with flight and spends most of his time on his rooftop, pretending to fly. Milly is initially hesitant to befriend Eric, but when she realizes how kind and gentle he is, she begins to develop a bond with him.
As the story progresses, Eric's passion for flight begins to have an effect on those around him. Milly and Louis begin to see the world in a different way, as they are inspired by Eric's imagination and creativity. Charlene also begins to see the world in a new light, as she is reminded of the beauty and wonder of life.
The Boy Who Could Fly is a heartwarming story about the power of imagination and the transformative effect that one person can have on the lives of others. It is a beautiful tribute to the human spirit and the power of love.