The true story of two churchgoing couples enjoying their smalltown Texas life...until an extramarital affair leads somebody to pick up an axe.
1978. At a church volleyball match, Candy and Allan share a surprisingly charged moment on the court, while their spouses, Pat and Betty, navigate a misunderstanding in the stands.
During Candy and Allan's second encounter, Allan recounts the impact of an earlier affair on his marriage and shares concerns that a now-pregnant Betty's postpartum depression may return.
After Allan tells Candy he needs to focus on his family, Candy is left to take another look at her own marriage and suggests that she and Pat go on the same marriage retreat.
Following a grisly struggle, a dazed Candy attempts to go about her day as normally as possible. Away on a business trip, Allan grows concerned when his repeated calls to Betty go unanswered.
After detectives intensify their questioning, Candy and Pat visit fellow church congregant Don Crowder, who quickly advises Candy to retain him as her attorney.
October 1980. After Don's explosive opening remarks reveal a strategy that shocks the community, Candy gets a visit from a furious and hurt Pastor Jackie.
Despite Don's concerns about her mental clarity, Candy testifies, telling the packed courtroom that she feared for her life.
