1803, Texas . . .
The daughter of a wealthy rancher, Marianne Phillips has never agreed
with her father's harsh treatment of the mestizos who first called
Texas their home. When she is kidnapped by rebels who hope that her
father will trade back their land for her freedom, Marianne realizes her
loyalty lies with her abductors, not her father, who plans to marry her
off to the don of a nearby estate.
Armando Garcia is the locals' reluctant leader, but he does not approve
of the latest attempt to manipulate their enemy. When he learns that
Marianne actually speaks his language, of her loyalty to his people, and
of the faith that keeps her strong, Armando is faced with a difficult
decision. Will his newfound love keep him from letting her go? Or will
he set her free and risk losing everything?