With the Alamo no longer the safe haven he had hoped for, Ranger Kiger Jones must lead his family in search of a new one. But is there one? One safe from an unending tide of relentless Roamers. One secure from outlaw predators also seeking refuge, and willing to kill to have it. An island? Perhaps circled by water will prevent the endless parade of Roamers seeking their warm flesh. In the midst of it all, Kiger's wife, Talia, announces if she's going to die, she'd like to return to decimated Laredo and her ranch on the Rio Grande. They are surprised to find it occupied.