Two women from different origins fall in love in mediaeval Moldova. But in this society, a woman's place is determined by her class and religion. They must defy their families, the law, and the church in order to build a life together. More sacrifices must be made as they grow closer and reject more of the roles that are given to them. Elina must strive to alter her legal status to "son" so she can inherit her father's farm and change their destiny, even though Mira's uprising puts her life in the greatest danger. Set in Stone dives into the past to unearth a tale that is still relevant today: the struggle to carve one's own path while fighting against the patriarchal dread of being seen as different.