Gabe Conover is a dedicated lawman, in part to atone for the sins of his father. Billie Calley arrives in the town of Misery, South Dakota Territory, with nothing but the clothes on her back and a determination to make something of herself. But after reluctantly losing his heart to this woman, Billie's past catches up with her. Will Gabe follow his instincts as a lawman, or trust his heart?