Father Brennan Burke is plagued by guilt when a parishioner he was supposed to meet with ends up floating in the Halifax Harbor. His penitence propels him to travel to Berlin to find out what secrets the murdered woman was carrying, and he'll stop at nothing to find out who is responsible for her death.
The Macintyre sisters, Margo, Connie, and Molly, embark on a journey to open a riding school after inheriting a string of horses, including Margo's beloved yet challenging chestnut, Scarlet Royal. As they navigate the complexities of running their school and managing their country home, Margo faces emotional turmoil when Scarlet is sold to an unlikable girl. With the help of Neil, a college student who assists with the horses, the sisters find renewed confidence and the potential for romance. The story blends themes of loyalty, loss, and the bond between humans and horses.