A US Army Special Operations soldier returns to his hometown in South Carolina for summer leave, where he reconnects with his father and falls in love with a college student. However, his plans to leave the military are put on hold when 9/11 occurs, and he is inspired to re-enlist to help those in need, including his loved ones.

Dear John
A whirlwind romance unfolds when a soldier's brief leave brings him together with a conservative college student, leading to a clash of values and upbringings as they navigate their relationship.