Bill is put in serious jeopardy while transporting AJ to face trial. Abigail tries to save the town from an investor who will hurt Hope Valley. Carson is faced with a life and death medical decision. Elizabeth tries to reunite a mother and her son.

In the season 5 finale, the citizens of Hope Valley struggle to come to terms with Jack's death, and rally to give Elizabeth comfort as she grieves. Then, in spite of the darkness that everyone feels, a glimmer of hope shines through when one of the town's residents receive some surprising news.