Seventeen-year-old Brooke Emerson, admired for her beauty and popularity, is the object of envy among her peers, including some of her closest friends. Despite her seemingly perfect life, Brooke feels more lost than ever. After suffering a head injury during a cheerleading accident the previous year, she developed a condition that triggers uncontrollable and sometimes violent outbursts. Despite her efforts to maintain her flawless image, she risks unraveling her ideal life. It is only when she encounters Jake, a charming and attractive stranger, that she feels truly understood and accepted. However, as she becomes drawn into the romance, she senses something amiss in their relationship. When her best friend is brutally murdered, Brooke finds herself relying on her new love, especially since she fears she might be the one responsible for the crime.