In the early 20th-century English countryside, Hazel Woodus is a free-spirited and superstitious young woman who feels a deep bond with nature. Raised by her half-gypsy father, she has an affinity for wild animals, especially her pet fox. Hazel's life takes a dramatic turn when she catches the eye of two very different men: Reverend Edward Marston, a kind and refined minister who offers her stability and compassion, and Jack Reddin, a dashing but ruthless squire whose forceful passion awakens desires within her. As Hazel becomes caught in the emotional turmoil between the moral integrity of Edward and the raw sensuality of Jack, she finds herself struggling to reconcile her untamed spirit with the pressures imposed by society and her suitors.

Hazel's journey of self-discovery spirals as she tries to navigate the conflicting demands placed upon her. Her attachment to nature provides solace amidst the turmoil, yet it also leads to further complications involving her relationships. The tension mounts, driving Hazel to make critical choices that will determine her future and challenge the boundaries of her independence. With poignant exploration of love, desire, and societal expectations, her fate teeters on the brink of transformation and potential tragedy.