Ephemeral images from a troubling dream inspire Samuel Border to meet a girl who proceeds to capture his heart. The transience of their encounter in no way reflects the indelible imprint haunting his mind when events intervene to postpone their union. A compulsion to locate the woman of his dreams results in a tragic accident to his younger brother, causing him to abandon the search. Only happenstance many years later alters that decision. Were life simply about the present and not unduly influenced by an evil family legacy, Samuel would not be drawn inexorably toward his destiny. If fate is not to be thwarted, it will require all of his instincts and courage to bring her home safely.