July 1792. In Devonshire, nineteen year old Grace lives with her parents and brothers on their large farm. Grace's father is a violent bully and her brothers follow in his footsteps.
When an old woman turns up at their front door, Grace's mother lets her read her palm for money. After a lifetime of beatings, her mother's state of mind is fragile. Grace feels suspicious and protective. An altercation with the old woman ensues.
Within hours a dreadful incident occurs and Grace's life changes forever.