A high-school girl facing bullying over her complexion falls for a new classmate. Her childhood best friend continues to support her, even as his feelings become more complicated. Before prom, she discovers that her crush’s attention began with a dare, forcing her to reconsider the relationships she trusted.
Althea Grayson hopes to earn Daven Callister's love despite knowing that family pressure created their marriage. When he chooses another woman, she asks for one month of being loved as a real wife before leaving forever. That final month forces Daven to recognize the affection he ignored and confront whether another chance remains possible.