Piedmont, Italy

1487: Lena chooses to love her neighbors even though they are trying to kill her. The Pope invites all Catholics to join his army sent to destroy the heretic Waldensians. For centuries they have secretly practiced their religion. Now, hiding in alpine caves until they must fight. Outmatched, they cling to hope. Champion archer, Daniel, comes from France with the Pope's military. Instead of fame and fortune, he finds flames and suffering people. Does he want to be the man with the torch?

1560: Marianne prayed that her persecutors would feel the point of her arrows. This time, they are attacked by the Duke of Savoy and his minions. John and his family only want peace. But at what cost to their honor?

1844: James is done with decades of turning the other cheek. Bound by the limitations of their mountain valleys and Protestant faith. Joining the Mormons divides him from his people but gives him a chance for true liberty in America. A perilous journey across an ocean and a prairie with his friend Louisa tests their courage and willingness to pay the ultimate price for religious freedom.

A multi-generational story of family and survival.