Sickly and frail, Georgina Gallagher leads a sheltered life. Her mother doesn’t allow her to mix with other children, until she meets Allen Morrison, much to her mother’s dismay. For the first time, Georgina learns to smile. Despite being parted as teenagers, Georgina holds a flame in her heart for the boy who taught her to see joy even in the midst of pain and hopes that destiny will bring them back together. When her mother takes her to London to become the bride of society gentleman, Mr. Talbot, Georgina must face the greatest decision of her life. Will true love prevail? Can Georgina and Allen break free from the expectations of the dutiful world around them and finally declare their love for one another?