Ethel 'Pen' Fox has dreamed of attending the Tasmanian International School of Excellence for years. Finally, her aptitude for art earns her a scholarship to the prestigious academy.

Unfortunately, her sudden enrolment soon stirs up rumours that she's taken the place of a dead student. When her peers discover her mother's sordid secret, she quickly becomes persona non grada. Even Tavo Ortiz, whom she's never met in her life and is beloved by everyone, can't stand the sight of her.

Her only friend is the mysterious stranger visiting her during her dreams. With gifts and smooth words, he makes nights something to look forward to.

...Until another accident occurs and life at TISE turns into a nightmare.