Three women deal with the consequences that modern day conscription has on there families.
Sara has to choose between wanting a family of her own, and giving up her lover to fight for his country, but only if he is willing to go. Having lost her husband and eldest child, Ruth must now face her only remaining son, Martin, joining the air force. Esme, once in the military herself, must find a way to look after her injured husband while he dreams of being on the front line.