Twelve year old Elvina, granddaughter of the Great Rabbi Rashi adores reading, writing and studying like the boys. She is skilled in the art of healing, which ultimately gets her in trouble. The Crusades gain momentum in their plan to rid France of the Jews. One night, Elvina has to make a decision -- should she save the life of a young crusader and risk putting her family and community in great danger? Will her guardian angel guide her and keep her safe?