Clare Calton's life took a drastic turn when she discovered Karl Kinzey's deceit on their wedding night. Instead of waking up beside him, she found herself in a room with Wade Walmer, her true love. A year passed and Clare gave birth, but the truth about her marriage sent her reeling into despair. As anger and disappointment consumed her, Clare learned that her entire ordeal was orchestrated by Karl, who had pretended to be kind and loving when in reality he was cruel and manipulative.