1939 Our story opens with Charlotte running from the Germans, escaping them she gets back to England. Anthony, Lord Evergreen is a well known surgeon who works in London. Together the help turn his family manor home into a well functioning hospital. They experience loss and love as they all try to survive Hitler's war machine !

Set in 1890, this sweeping novel tells the story of Rose, who like most young women her age is about to be presented at court. Secrets and tragedy follows our heroine as she fights to help those in her community, but also following her heart to her true love.