A story of love and loss begins in Rome with Nicole's unhappy marriage to an older widower. As the new city brings new opportunities, Nicole faces an exploration of who she is and wants to be, new friendships, and immersion into Rome's bountiful food scene. But life abroad also forces Nicole to confront her mistakes, broken relationships, and the consequences of her actions. In search of forgiveness and healing, she returns home to Seattle. But, then she finds that the only way to truly heal is to go back to Rome and face her past.