Amara, a beginner whittler, strives for perfection after her dad teaches her the basics. A tragic accident leaves her alone and she becomes frustrated with herself, feeling the pressure to achieve perfection impossible without a guide. She becomes addicted to self-harm via carving knives, hiding her struggle from her stepmother Isabella. Despite her better judgment, Amara pushes herself too far, and her carving breaks. She turns to self-harm again, but eventually reveals the truth to Isabella, who offers support to help Amara overcome her addiction and turn her pain into a masterpiece.
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A young whittler grapples with the pressure to create a flawless piece after her mentor's death, as she endeavors to finish a wood carving that has become a symbol of her personal growth.
