Meganne Mills's father has been arrested on suspicion of aiding the rebellion against the generous government she supports. In the chaos, she meets Gerald Gardena, a fit, optimistic 67 year old, who had hoped to start a new life in Eastern Kazan. Hers is a ruthless land about to explode into open war. Meganne must choose between the love of her papa and the law. Their journey takes them through the heat of battle and the worst injustices, challenging how she sees the world around her and those closest to her. Will Meganne stand for her papa or the execution of justice?