In 1870s France, Rosalie is a young woman unlike any other, she hides a secret. She was born with a face and body covered in hair. She’s concealed her peculiarity all her life to stay safe, shaving to fit in. Until Abel, an indebted bar owner unaware of her secret, marries her for her dowry. Rosalie’s only wish is to be truly seen as the woman she is despite a difference she no longer wishes to hide.
By letting her beard grow, she will finally set herself free. While she desires Abel to love her as she is, others will seek to reduce her to a monster. Will Abel be able to love her? Will she survive the cruelty of others?