A Scottish woman ventures to Manchuria in 1903 to join her diplomat fiancé, only to discover herself in the midst of war after marrying him. As she struggles with feelings of discontent, she develops a deep affection for Count Kentaro Kurihama, who is already married. Despite the obstacles and social exclusion she faces as a Western woman in Japanese society, she forges a new path for herself.

Mary Mackenzie embarks on a perilous journey to Manchuria, abandoning her lif...