Lydia and Elle's move to Florida was prompted by a scandal involving Lydia's ex-husband, which caused them to flee Los Angeles. They hope to start fresh in a new community and leave their past behind.
At Bellview High, Elle is determined to become popular and win the title of Homecoming Queen, even if it means manipulating and betraying those closest to her. With Lydia's assistance, Elle begins a vicious campaign against her only rival for the crown, a sweet and popular girl named Lacey.
As prom season heats up, Lydia becomes alarmed by Elle's ruthless behavior and tries to rein in her daughter's ambition. But Elle is determined to have her way, no matter what the cost. When a shocking secret from the past is revealed, it threatens to destroy everything Elle has worked so hard to achieve, and both mother and daughter must confront the consequences of their actions.
In the end, Lydia and Elle realize that true happiness and success cannot be achieved through lies and deceit, and they must work to rebuild their shattered lives and relationships.