The protagonist of the series "First Attempt" is a lonely and introverted woman with a complex character named Mara Aleksandrova. Throughout her life, she has always pursued her goals, even if it meant going against the grain. Her own success was more important to her than loved ones, romantic partners, and friends. However, her youth flew by too quickly, and now Mara is reaping the consequences of her actions. At 45 years old, she is completely alone, penniless, and considered an enemy by her former loved ones. Furthermore, she discovers one day that she is terminally ill.