Annaveta Travotsky, a young girl in 1913 Russia, is poised at the dawn of womanhood. In the span of a few short weeks, Annaveta finds her world turned upside down. Prevailing over trauma, tragedy and loss she moves on, but the guilt and rejection she carries from past abusive relationships, cause her to struggle with feelings of unworthiness. Her heart holds her back from receiving the love of the one man who longs to protect her. As her past catches up with her, Annaveta flees to St. Petersburg, a place where she seeks safety. However, unrest in Russia makes the country ripe for an uprising, where terrorist groups like the Black Hand are flourishing. In the middle of this city filled with turmoil and rebellion, Annaveta and Alex discover a murderous plot devised by members of the Black Hand. When terrorists threaten their lives, she faces a choice: Hold onto the lies of her past or Believe in the power of love.