The story is told from the perspective of Kyra Carlson, the protagonist, and focuses on how she deals with living in a polygamist society.

Kyra Carlson is a thirteen year-old girl who has grown up in an isolated community.

The people of the community follow the rules and commands of The Prophet, believing that he is the son of God Himself.

One day, while The Prophet is eating dinner with the Carlson family, he announces that Kyra shall marry her sixty-year-old Uncle Hyrum, who already has six wives.

Patrick tries to help her escape from the community, but he is shot and killed, while Kyra is dragged back and abused once more.