Brian Jones has everything. His position as preacher in an affluent church affords him a comfortable income and a mistress. Canaan is the ultimate Òpromised land,Ó far from his abusive childhood in Georgia, but even Brian must learn secrets have consequences.
Ever since Katie Finch's parents divorced, she starves in her fatherÕs absence. Her motherÕs latest fixation is a married evangelical preacher, but Katie isnÕt convinced Brian is the salvation her family needs. Once MargeÕs binge drinking and irrational behavior leads to physical abuse and plans for murder, Katie is powerless to stop her mother from destroying whatÕs left of their strained relationship.