Aaron Simms has just been released from the Hocton Juvenile Facility after being in the wrong place at the wrong time, costing him three years of his life.
Now a free man, he faces the task of going back to begin an uncertain future in a town that may not even want him.
A surprise awaits Aaron when the bus ride back to the town of Erickson makes a stop in Mayville to pick up passengers.
Enter the very beautiful and entertaining Denise Porter. Her charm and humor loosen Aaron up, and gives him hope that maybe life can begin again in Erickson.