A resilient Southern woman, Mae’s life in rural Warm Springs, Georgia, is a tapestry of love, friendship, and quiet strength. Amid the challenges of motherhood and life’s inevitable trials, she finds a secret locket from the past. This discovery makes Mae question everything she thought she knew about her life and whether there’s more to her story than she ever imagined.

A devoted farmer, James pours his heart into keeping his crops alive despite a punishing drought. Though he rarely questions the sacrifices he makes, an older farmer’s unexpected friendship offers him a new path filled with promise as he fights to protect his family's future.

As an agricultural salesman roaming the rural Southern countryside, Howard's sharp observations offer a unique perspective on his younger brother's struggles back home. His insights inspire James to pivot from traditional farming to an unusual way for his family to survive the Great Depression and create a lasting legacy.

A beautiful and spirited woman with a deep love for Savannah, Frances cherishes her marriage and dreams of starting a family. But as she navigates her new life, betrayal by those closest to her threatens to unravel everything, leaving her to find solace and strength in an unlikely ally.

Ambitious and dutiful, Will’s decision to uproot his family to Savannah sets in motion an unexpected chain of events that will test the strength of his marriage and his resolve to provide a better life for those he loves.

Grateful for the security that Henry’s offer to move them to Savannah has brought his family, Rupert is relieved to have escaped the economic hardships of their past. His actions, while well-intentioned, involve a difficult family decision that lead to unintended consequences, leaving him to grapple with the results of his choices and his relationship with his daughter-in-law.

A Southern matriarch with an iron will, Alma’s move to Savannah is driven by duty to her husband and son. Though she follows through with a difficult family decision regarding her daughter-in-law, her subsequent remorse and deep love for her family add complex layers to her character, challenging her convictions.

A well known Savannah physician entrenched in the traditional, yet somewhat draconian medical practices of the era, Dr. Powell wields his authority with unsettling conviction. His dark influence threatens to sever Frances’ family connections, forcing her into an isolation that is both physical and emotional.

Rooted deeply in the traditions of the South, Papa’s wisdom is often the compass for his family's decisions. Living a life marked by the rhythms of nature on his dairy farm, he serves as a guiding light for Mae, sharing the old ways of the land that promise both survival and solace in trying times.

The epitome of Southern grace and elegance, Lydia’s involvement in Savannah’s philanthropic circles masks a deep understanding of the power and influence that come with wealth, as she navigates her world with poise and purpose. Despite the façade of a perfectly composed marriage, Lydia's quiet defiance of her husband’s wishes emerges when she risks everything to support Frances, revealing the strength that lies beneath her genteel surface.

On the surface, Henry is a man of influence and great personal power among Savannah’s wealthy elite. But his life is shaped by a private tragedy from which he has never fully recovered. Despite this, Henry's enduring love for his wife Lydia continues to drive
him, as he seeks to find solace and purpose through his contributions to the community and his quiet efforts to mend the unseen fractures within his family.

Ever the charming hostess, Abigail’s world in Savannah is one of elegance and social grace. Yet behind her warm smile and ready sense of humor, lies a woman deeply connected to the intricate dance of Southern hospitality and family loyalty.