An attractive, young Irish immigrant, Kathleen Delaney is swept up in her new Australian surroundings after leaving her homeland in 1913. In her loneliness and naivety, she is drawn to a friendship with well-meaning Father Jim Patterson.
Kathleen becomes his fascination that turns to passion and subsequent obsession. He is compromised by KathleenÕs hot-headed, idealist brother Owen. A conspiracy is uncovered that has the potential to dramatically influence the governmentÕs decision at a critical time in Australia during the First World War.
Kathleen is declared a lunatic by a local bishop. Father PattersonÕs darkest fears arise; to rescue her could destroy him, and yet the Church he loves and serves seems intent on destroying her.
Betrayal is a story of flawed human behavior.