Elizabeth Wilson wants nothing more than to marry her childhood sweetheart and begin their life together. But when Stephen enlists as a sailor and runs off to sea, her entire world comes crashing down. Heartbroken and confused, Elizabeth struggles to find her way without Stephen by her side, until one day she stumbles upon the minister's quiet, studious son at the beach. A friendship soon springs up between them, but it is not long before she realizes that Anthony is interested in being more than just friends. Will Elizabeth be able to weather the storm as she waits for Stephen's return, or will she build a new life with Anthony instead?