A century ago, the American Southwest was a region of savage natural beauty. There the Navajo people worshipped the land, spinning folk tales into legends and prayers into songs. But besieged by U.S. Army soldiers, the tribe was suddenly thrust into a battle that nearly destroyed the proudly woven fabric of its culture.. « Riding the storm of change are three strong and uniquely gifted women. Deezbaa, called Going off To War, the clan chief’s wife, is a healer respected for her enigmatic wisdom. Ayoi, The Tall One, Deezbaa’s daughter, promises to honor her husband’s ways, but chooses her own path. Her daughter Pahe, She Who Hears the Sun, will listen to her spirit partners and guide the tribe towards its ultimate destiny.