Maria is twelve years old and on her first trip away from her home state of New Hampshire. Her family feels it's time she learns about her Acadian roots and she has come to northern New Brunswick to stay with her cousin Guy, and his family. Among the odd things here is a mysterious Aunt Jeannette. Guy promises to uncover the secret of this mysterious woman. He claims she is the only Acadian psychic, able to see both the past and the future. Maria is plunged into a world she never knew existed. She learns how their ancestors were torn from their land and how a brave girl, just like herself, helps her people against their enemies by becoming a spy in the enemy leader's household. Helped by Indian friends, especially the tribe shaman and a wonderful spirit wolf, Marie defeats the evil Mr. Hill and escapes with her brother to build a new life.