Princess Autumn is ripped out of her sheltered life and confronted with tragic events, beginning with the untimely death of her parents. She endures betrayal and cruelties from a very close friend. It seems almost impossible to prove who is behind the many dastardly deeds that befall her. Autumn changes from a trusting, shy young girl into a strong willed, compassionate young woman.

Her deep love for a childhood companion has to endure many ups and downs. Her uncle is her strength throughout, helping her to deal with the death of her parents and many other tragedies. He also battles his own misery since his wife left him for another man. Eventually he falls in love with a young lady, but their romance is cut short when his wife returns. Happy endings come to some, and could be in store for others, if the wheels of time could be stopped.