It is the year 1314; Scotland is fighting for her freedom, a king is fighting for his throne. After her home is destroyed, Mary becomes part of Scottish hero James Douglas" warrior band. Under his protection she faces ambushes and betrayal from within and discovers that when Scotland"s future lies in the balance it is up to her to save the day. Meanwhile her brother, Malcolm, a captive of the English is befriended by a rogue, an archer and a mysterious nobleman and prevented from escaping by Tom Comyn, a Scotsman in English pay. Just as he has given up hope, just as Scotland and England are preparing to meet on the battlefield; he learns what others will do for friendship. Can Mary survive? Will Malcolm escape and can Scotland win her freedom?