The story follows , a wealthy Southern debutante who has just graduated from an exclusive college. She returns home to Alabama to prepare for her semi-arranged marriage to Chad Douglas Fairchild , a "proper" man approved by her powerful family. However, her life takes a turn when she visits a local carnival and encounters Perry Tyson , a rugged and mysterious drifter. Despite the disapproval of her family, April begins a passionate and reckless affair with Perry, forcing her to choose between the stability of her social standing and her intense physical desire. Notable Cast