<p>In 1970, pampered, na&iuml;ve, Philly-born Frannie is overwhelmed by the responsibilities of nursing school and college life in Dallas. A love-hate relationship erupts when Robin, her fiery, red-headed roommate, arrives from Chicago to find Frannie&#39;s belongings covering every inch of space in their room, and Frannie nowhere in sight.</p><p>Adding fuel to the fire, Frannie pursues a relationship with a sophomore hunk whom Robin insists is pond scum. She ignores her suitemates&#39; pleas to join their study group, insisting her high school achievements will guarantee her success in college. Frannie&#39;s wake-up call comes after nearly two semesters of disastrous decision-making. She finds herself flunking out and her nursing career ending before it begins. With support from an unexpected source, she faces the biggest decision of her life - one that no matter the outcome will upend her future.</p>