In order to escape famine and a dark future in Ireland, thirteen year-old, Erin Mc Conaha sneaks aboard a ship headed for America. Five years and a tragic accident later, she falls into the hands of the Cheyenne. With the help of the horses, and a young, soon-to-be-chief Bear Talker, Erin learns to walk, love and have hope again. Before she can claim the future of her heart; her past will seek to destroy her. Will Erin be forced back to her roots...