In the summer of 1985, Charlene Hardcastle moves to the seemingly perfect suburb of Paradise Harbor, believing she has her life well under control until a life-altering letter arrives. With her confidence shaken, she hides the truth and focuses on building friendships with her new neighbors. Unbeknownst to her, journalists Alice, retired bookkeeper Beverly, and the alluring Marta each harbor their own secrets. As tensions rise, a disastrous anniversary party takes a turn for the worst and the truth begins to unravel for everyone. With their families’ future hanging in the balance, the four women must navigate a web of deceit to find the unity essential for their survival.