Shay Bourne is on death row for killing a police officer and his stepdaughter. Shay's last wish before his execution is to donate his heart to save the life of his victims' daughter/sister.
This book makes one question religion and asks you:
"Would you give up your vengeance against someone you hate if it meant saving someone you love? Would you want your dreams to come true if it meant granting your enemy's dying wish?"