War-torn Europe leaves Catherine Morgan (Theresa Russell) widowed and alone, her life and her land up for grabs.
With two daughters and debts left by an uncaring husband, she is easy prey for the power-hungry, cold-blooded Sheriff (Richard Lynch). His offer is marriage; his goal is land and power.
Driven by despair and a glimmer of hope, Catherine turns to Huw's half brother, Rhys (Patrick Bergin), a drunken womaniser whose skills as a drover may prove the way for her salvation.