When her mother suffers a heart attack, successful New York writer Stephanie Golden sets aside her job and fiance to return to her hometown in Kansas. There she finds a family in turmoil and her younger sister Monica sinking into the dark world of drug addiction. As Monica spirals out of control, Stephanie seeks the help of former classmate and recovering addict Billy. Stephanie struggles to confront Monica about her addiction while dealing with her unexpected feelings for her old friend. Though her hometown is haunted with painful memories, Stephanie must find the courage to save her sister no matter the cost. - Successful writer returns home to help ailing mother.