In colonial Massachusetts, Martha Allen works in her cousin's home, locking wills with everyone around her – including a mysterious Welshman who works for the family, a man whose forceful nature matches her own. Thomas Carrier is known for his immense strength and height, and as Martha discovers pieces of his past, her fascination of him grows. But danger is ever present, near and far as Martha and Thomas' relationship deepens. Thomas suddenly has everything to lose...