Amidst heartbreak and shattered dreams, Maria Davis leaves her family home, hoping to escape the memories and expectations of her family. An invitation from her aunt sends Maria to St. Louis and into the halls of Averly, a school for young ladies. However, nothing is as it seems. Maria’s plans to explore the city, and experience all that St. Louis has to offer, is swiftly taken away. Not long after her arrival, Maria hears screams and strange noises in the night. Under the physical and emotional cruelty of her aunt, Maria quickly finds herself imprisoned within Averly with the other girls. All contact with the outside world has ceased. As they try to find a way to contact their families, the girls form an unbreakable bond. They share stories of young love and betrayal. Maria realizes she must find a way to escape if there is to be any hope for the others. Tragedy strikes. Nothing will ever be the same again.