As Spanish moss drapes like lace over ancient oak trees in New Orleans, Jo and four other women from diverse social classes and life experiences converge in Dr. Murphy's Women's Literature class. At the local university, pages turn, along with the path of their lives as they grapple with the weight of personal tribulations such as death, love, family secrets, and the pursuit of self-acceptance. Bound by a shared tapestry of resilience, The composure of Butterflies, is a poignant tale of transformation in which the wings of camaraderie and the wonder of literature guide these women through the intricate cocoon called life.