In a remote and desolate town in the American Midwest, a family of settlers faces the harsh reality of life on the prairie. The patriarch, a man of strong convictions, struggles to keep his home together while dealing with the increasing pressure from the government seeking to expand its lands. His wife, a woman who has sacrificed much for her family, feels trapped between the desire for a more comfortable life and her loyalty to her husband.
As tensions mount, their children represent different visions for the future. The eldest son yearns to leave the prairie and seek fortune in the city, while the youngest daughter, with an indomitable spirit, dreams of protecting the land they have cultivated. Amid the struggle to find balance, tragedy strikes the family when an unexpected natural disaster sweeps across their land, testing not only their resolve but also the family bonds that unite them.
With dreams crumbling, each family member must make difficult decisions about their future. Should they fight for what they know or risk the unknown in search of a better life? The story unfolds with a blend of drama and emotion, reflecting the struggles and hopes of an era where the uncharted is both a threat and an opportunity. Amidst it all, the eternal question arises: what does it truly mean to "call a place home"?