Joseph Blackhorse doesn't trust humans. He and his tribe of animal shape shifting shamans are known as "The Shadow People" among the Crow and Arapaho tribes. They are hunted by the government who seek to use their power and magic for it's military. Unable to hide any longer among the Crow tribe in Montana, they seek a new home in Wyoming. Joseph's family wants him to choose a mate so that the bloodline can continue, but he has yet to find anyone among their tribe. When the worst blizzard Wyoming has seen in years hits, the family take refuge inside a national park. There they encounter Kendra Jones, a human park ranger who discovers not only their secret, but a family secret about her grandmother. Joseph likes Kendra, but he can trust her with his heart and keep his tribe safe?