Gwynne belongs to the lineage of the Guardians, families possessing magical powers who for centuries have kept peace in Britain. Despite that has not yet developed any power of her own, when she meets Duncan McCrae, a powerful Scottish Guardian, they feel hopelessly attracted to each other. But Gwynne does not want to tie someone so powerful. However, the Council of Guardians decides for her, must agree to be the wife of Duncan, as the visions announced that she alone can prevent the Scot carried across the country to a catastrophic war. She is forced to accept a plan that will take her to betray her love. Trapped between duty and the heart. Can she do it?