Johnny Fierro is finally settling into the Sinclair family ranch. But as his life reaches a more even keel, the arrival of a rabble-rousing new minister in Cimarron threatens his new-found security. As the reverend sets about overseeing the closure of the bordello, Johnny realizes that his brother, Guy, is haunted by events in his own past.

Determined to save the bordello, Johnny has to bring all his most Machiavellian skills to bear He also delves into Guy’s history in the Union Army to uncover the secrets his brother is keeping. What Johnny discovers rocks his faith in his brother, even as events intertwine to lead to an explosive finish.