In 17th-century New England, Rosalind Chandler's complete lack of interest in ever becoming a bride is a constant source of speculation and gossip in town. Then a twist of fate delivers two men - enemies of each other - into her life on the same day. Although both men initially intrigue her, one soon turns her blood cold, while the other heats it to a degree she is unable to comprehend...or deny. Soon her resolve never to wed begins to crumble...