In New York City, a young girl is caught in the middle of her parents' bitter custody battle.

Lincoln: I'm her... sorta... like... Maisie's stepfather.
Beale: [upon meeting Lincoln] I'd give you a couple of pointers, but I doubt that the Jacobean Tragedy that was our relationship would apply to the farce that you two guys are playing out.
[first lines]
Susanna: Want to sleep with mommy tonight?
Maisie: Um hmm.
Susanna: In my bed?
Maisie: Um hmm.
Susanna: You promise not to kick me?
Maisie: I promise.