This is the next book in the "Kelly" series. It focuses on Kelly and Thunder Cloud's daughter, seventeen-year-old, Catori Chandley. Following in the footsteps of the past, Catori is introduced to the Indian way of life. Living as the daughter of Thunder Could and Kelly, she is surprised when her father takes in his brother's son to live with them. Young Shockka is strong and cunning as he moves about the Chandley ranch to discover the family secrets while protecting a secret of his own. His ways cause problems for the young girl as she discovers his true character and what motivates him.