Emma Beckett is adopted into a loving home as an infant, never knowing the true circumstances of her birth. As a child, she has unique powers of healing. She realizes her abilities could be an instrument of evil, begotten by a bloodthirsty monster.
Noel and Pim's daughter Kate Grady has unusual powers which allow her to bend people to her will. At first she uses her gifts wisely, but then goes astray after falling in love with the depraved Kirk Lester.
Noel Gatsby's dreams take her away from the misery of her pain-wracked, disease-riddled body. The dreams become real when she awakens one morning to find herself completely cured. However, she soon learns her miraculous recovery comes at a price.
Megan Larkin falls for dashing Boston attorney Luke Castaneda, a newcomer to Larkin City. Elements are at work to ensure the union never takes place, bringing a veil of evil over the Larkin's and their self-named city in the guise of a serial killer.
Shannon Larkin and Scott Page are happy in their long marriage, but a tragic loss forces her to delve into the past in order to face ugly truths about her husband.
Shannon's son Jamie Page begins to understand his lifelong yearnings but fears his family will never accept them. His first love affair with a nefarious character nearly costs his life, but brings to light his hidden desires.
Shannon Larkin is forced to confront demons from her past, while her daughter Angie discovers Colm Sullivan's journal in the old lighthouse keeper's cottage.
George Sullivan reunites with his long-lost love Susan O'Reilly. Their daughter Carly enters into an unholy alliance to secure her position as Liam Larkin's wife. As secrets unfold, Carly plots to exact revenge on the Larkin family.
An innocent meeting as children sparks a fateful yet perilous liaison between Shannon Larkin and Mike Sullivan. Will their romance follow the same tragic path forged by their mutual ancestors Colm and Molly?