Delia meets John Sweeney in a local pub, sparking an unexpected romance. As the relationship develops, Delia begins to suspect John is hiding a murderous past.

When Sweeney's violent nature is finally revealed, Delia uses all her guile to escape with her life. In Amsterdam, police try to identify a body that might be linked to Sweeney.

With Delia in a critical condition, the police try to find Sweeney.

A terrified Delia must face Sweeney again in court to ensure his conviction, but the traumatic outcome of the trial has a profound effect on her life.