It was difficult for David Randall to return home after WWI. Now that he has, he is afraid to learn more about the girl he had left behind. All he knows is that her mother was murdered, and he is avoiding visiting her.

Then he notices a woman he finds intriguing and wants to know who she is. As often as he tries, though, he is unable to meet her. One evening he goes to the silent picture show and sees her in the crowd. Now is his chance to see if this woman will take his mind off the “girl of his dreams.” But despite sitting next to woman, she eludes him after the movie. Distressed, he wonders if he will ever be able to talk to this Elusive Lady.

Jane Cole wishes she could talk to Dave. After all, they were friends when she was a child. Her best friend was Dave’s little sister Karen, and her brother Jim was Dave’s best friend. So much happened in her past, though, Jane couldn’t bring herself to talk to Dave. Besides, members of Dave’s family warned her to stay away from him. That’s an easy promise to keep since she doesn’t want to see the expression of hatred in his eyes that she saw in the rest of the townfolks’ eyes. She can’t bear to see it.

But Jane is surprised to see Dave at her front door to say happy birthday. It is only then he realizes she is the Elusive Lady. Unfortunately, their meeting leads to a powerful admission from Jane, which explains why Dave didn’t recognize her. Their talk that evening also drives Dave’s desire to help her.

Despite her reluctance, she and Dave set out on a journey to find the person who murdered her mother. Along the way, the love from their past is rekindled, but first they must catch the killer before he kills again.