Set in the 1960's and '70's this is a story of love and betrayal. It begins with the high school romance between Michael, an underprivileged all-star athlete, and Meg, an only child in an upper-middle-class home. Determined to flee an abusive parent, Michael abruptly departs their small hometown in Michigan immediately after graduation to play football for USC. Before he leaves the young lovers make a pact to meet in five years. Neither realizes the consequences of this decision or how it will forever shape their future.
