A gripping story told by an experienced writer. This deeply satisfying romantic novel unfolds against the background and tragedies of two world wars and is almost two books in one. First setting is the "upstairs, downstairs" life of the staff in the Macaulay family's mansion. Second setting is WW2 and its aftermaths, which bring devastating consequences for the family. Charles is the only son in the wealthy Macaulay dynasty and in the war becomes a skilled pilot employed by the SOE; Anne, who is kept waiting a long time to see her dreams fulfilled, is a local village girl whose decisions do not always yield the results intended. The author creates many delightful characters to relate an intriguing story.