Publisher's Synopsis
Amidst the sun-kissed Caribbean on the captivating Thetford Sugar Plantation, an enthralling tale unfolds - a tale of fearless passion and forbidden desires. Meet Ann-Marie, a beacon of carefree spirit, unafraid to challenge the conventions of love. The young British woman who narrates this tale finds herself swept into a world of intrigue and turmoil. Married to the second son of a wealthy deceased plantation owner, she grapples with loneliness, neglect, and the harsh realities of slavery.
As Anne-Marie's days unfold, she confronts a loneliness that seeps into her soul, her husband's indiscretions only adding to the sorrow. The plantation, once vibrant, mirrors the chaos that engulfs her personal life. Within this vivid narrative lies a forbidden love, a stolen moment that challenges everything she thought she knew.