The Shack describes the experiences of a man named Mack after his religious faith flounders in response to a devastating tragedy—the murder of his young daughter. As he visits the shack where his daughter was killed, Mack encounters Papa, Jesus, and Sarayu, who represent the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost. These three figures teach Mack about God, love, and forgiveness, restoring his faith and reconnecting him to the world and his family. Through Mack’s journey in the remote shack, the book explores understanding and accepting God, as well as forgiving and loving others.