In 1949, deep in the heart of Arkansas, spirited Petunia Hollings longs to escape the grueling cotton fields. When she is whisked away to Chicago, she can hardly believe her luck.
The time comes for Petunia to return home, where she is pulled into a web of danger.
When the situation takes an even deadlier turn, Petunia finds herself at a pivotal crossroads. Should she retreat into safety, or summon the courage to fight against the rampant injustice surrounding her?