Bernadette Fox, a reclusive and once-celebrated architect, becomes the centerpiece of an unexpected adventure when she mysteriously disappears. This leaves her family, especially her teenage daughter, Bee, in a whirlwind of confusion and worry. Known for her sharp opinions and a deep-seated aversion to Seattle socialites, Bernadette's sudden absence sends ripples through her community. As Bee endeavors to locate her mother, she delves into a compilation of emails, documents, and secret communications revealing the hidden complexities of her mother's life and the challenges of a genius misplaced in a dismissive society. The narrative unfolds into a heartwarming, wryly funny odyssey that explores the intricacies of family bonds and the lengths to which we go for the ones we love.