2004. Five years after the scandals of their college days, our heroines have settled down to make a living and search for their happily ever after in the City that Care Forgot. Marianne is looking for love, Elizabeth desires reconciliation, and Emma is trying to save her relationship. Joy and heartache are ahead of them.

Meanwhile, threats from the past are still lurking. Misunderstandings still exist. And a monster appears on the horizon.

With greater maturity come greater challenges. The three friends learn it takes courage to seize happiness, especially in a place as magical and dangerous as the Crescent City.