Brian Frost, one-time runt geek of the neighborhood, has gathered nearly 40 others into his Clan of the Heart. He has become the protector and leader, or Patrón, of the clan. Casa del Fuego comprises thirteen women and two men. Now, most of them are going to college, many to Indiana University in Bloomington. They have their love, their ambition, and a new home: El Rancho del Corazón. It should be smooth sailing from here on. Right?