THIS STORY follows wealthy New York socialite and former professional ballerina, Eleanor "Ellie" Patterson, seeking her roots at her mother's first husband's home, the Calhoun ranch. As the story unfolds, former New York police officer, now small town Sheriff, Jed Jackson recues her from a herd of "cows." When he realizes she has nowhere to stay, he offers her an adjoining studio apartment while she waits for the 2nd generation Calhoun children to return home. Spending time together, they share painful memories and Jed helps Ellie discover the freedom of leaving her past vulnerabilities behind. However, despite the sparks between them Jed is unable to shake the guilt of losing an officer under his command in New York, until another near loss helps him realize that more than anything, he wants a future with Ellie.