Based on the book by Lily Koppel, this 10 episode limited series tells the story of those who were key players behind some of their biggest events in history. As America's astronauts were found on assignments, Life Magazine recorded the astronauts' families, getting the behind-the-scenes lifestyles in their young wives. Over night, these girls were shifted from spouses to royalty. Tragedy began to touch their lifestyles and as their star climbed, they rallied.