In the treacherous world of early Jamestown, Virginia, 'Bloodroot' follows the journey of Matthew, a man who left England in 1609, lured by the promise of a new paradise but instead found a land plagued with violence, hunger, and conflict. Struggling to adapt to this savage environment, Matthew is haunted by his past transgressions and an overwhelming guilt. As the settlement faces the perils of 'the starving time' and rising hostilities with the Powhatan Indians, Matthew grapples with his own inner demons, leading him to a moment of crisis where he contemplates death. However, it is this darkest hour that becomes a turning point for him, and he finds an unexpected chance at redemption among the very people he once considered his enemies. 'Bloodroot' poignantly explores whether this newfound life with the Powhatan will provide the solace and meaning that Matthew has been seeking or if survival in this unforgiving land is even possible.