When 17-year-old Maja is married to the humble fisherman Janne, they begin their family life on the remote island of Stormskerry, a place where survival is an unyielding challenge. Amidst the hardships of their isolated existence, Maja's awakening to her own potential is kindled through the love of Janne and her children. Her journey becomes a forge of resilience where she discovers a love that transcends the boundaries of life and death.