Violet (Sunyatta McDermott) is a drunk, depressed and narcissistic young sophisticate working at a vintage boutique. When Violet's aunt Miranda (Marla Hare Griffin) checks herself into a drug rehab clinic, she leaves her daughter, Paisley (Rilke Griffin) in Violet's care. Thrilling adventures ensue, including a series of mysterious, unsigned letters that leave everyone perplexed. For young Paisley, life with Violet proves to be better than television.