Blue has never left the state of Maryland. Smith has never been in love. By the end of the next week, neither of these statements will still be true.

Roxie alternates between Blue's story in urban Baltimore and Smith's in rural Mississippi, following the ten days that will transform their lives forever. 

Things have never really changed for Blue—same friends, same jobs, same selfish behavior with women. But when his best friend threatens to move to New Orleans, Blue begins to reflect upon his fundamental purpose in life. Simultaneously, along come...