If her abusive husband had not tried to kill her and her beloved dog, Helen Ward might never have left her million dollar home and run far away. Now, Helen's changed her identity and moved across the country, hopeful that she can be safe, happy, maybe even loved. And when she meets college professor Sam Tolliver, she begins to believe fairy tales do come true.

But the past is catching up with Helen - and her fear is growing. Soon, she'll have to face the biggest decision of her life, a decision that will determine her future and her very identity.