After being hurt very deeply by her lover, Marla Carter finds the strength to start a new life. She moves out of her hometown and finds work and a new place to live on a rescue ranch for neglected horses. She never counted on finding love therea].Brandon Samson, the foreman of the ranch, is seen by most as a loner. Upon meeting the shy Marla, he discovers to his astonishment that he wants to change all that. Marla finds herself struggling with her fears of getting involved in a relationship again. With Brandonas patience and understanding she finally learns to trust. Together they face many difficult times and succeed in rising above the hardships dealt to them. Just when life is as it should be, disaster strikes! They are now faced with the most devastating news they could ever imaginea].Now begins the true battle of their livesa].