In a world where the passage of time is inevitable, Adaline Bowman is a woman who defies the laws of nature. After a terrifying accident that makes her immortal in 1935, Adaline finds herself condemned to live a life without aging, while she watches the world around her change constantly. As the decade progresses, Adaline becomes an expert at staying hidden, adopting new identities and avoiding deep relationships to protect her secret.
However, her solitary life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Ellis, a charming young man who fascinates her and makes her reconsider the way she lives. As their connection deepens, Adaline feels caught between the desire to open her heart and the fear of losing everything. Their relationship becomes more intense until her past unexpectedly resurfaces. A reunion with a former love leads her to question her choice to live in the shadows and face the pain of loneliness.
Adaline's story becomes an emotional journey, where love and sacrifice intertwine in a captivating tale about the nature of time and what it truly means to live. In an unrelenting world, will Adaline be able to find her place and accept love without losing her own essence? The quest for a fulfilling life transforms into a dilemma between immortality and human connection.