In a small and picturesque town in New England, a young man named Parrish moves in with his family to start a new life. The seventeen-year-old faces the typical challenges of adolescence, including love, friendship, and the search for his identity. However, his arrival in the community also stirs the interest of the locals, particularly the powerful tobacco family, the Sheridans.
Parrish lands a job at the tobacco plantation, where he quickly becomes a favorite among everyone due to his charming personality and strong work ethic. As he adjusts to his new environment, his relationship with the beautiful Christina, daughter of one of the town's magnates, begins to blossom, but not without complications. The Sheridan family has its own plans for Christina and does not look kindly on the romance between the two young people.
As tensions rise between Parrish and the Sheridan family, a struggle for love and acceptance unfolds, pitting tradition against desire. With a cast that includes a young Troy Donahue and a stunning actress of the era, this film captures the essence of a tumultuous romance in a tense social context. Ultimately, Parrish must decide whether to fight for his love and remain true to himself or give in to the expectations of a society that seeks to dictate his path. The story is a passionate tale of personal growth and the quest for happiness in a world filled with conflict.