For ten years, Pril Henderson and Ruth Campbell have been closer than sisters-inseparable companions and next-door neighbors whose children are also best friends. Then, without warning, Ruth leaves for vacation with her children and never returns. Nor does she call or write to explain. Pril is hurt, angry, and lonely.

Worse, Ruth's husband soon names Pril as his witness in custody proceedings, and she is faced with a terrible choice. Does she testify against her closest friend? Or does she side with this woman she loves but who has inexplicably shattered her family?