Bertha had always been a romantic person and dreamed of great love her whole life. However, both men to whom she once gave her heart were largely creations of her imagination. The successful farmer Craddock – a kind but rough and down-to-earth man, unable to appreciate the strength and depth of his wife's personality. And young Gerald, on the contrary – a corrupt, bitter, cynical boy, who seemed to embody all the disappointment of the "golden youth". So will Mrs. Craddock be able to find the longed-for happiness with one of them? The once wealthy and respected Allerton family is now in ruins. Young idealist Lucy strives to correct her father's mistakes and restore the family's good name. The fearless conqueror of Africa and a true gentleman, Alec MacKenzie, is ready to help his beloved in this quest and takes her frivolous younger brother George on an expedition across Africa. A novel about love, honor, and betrayal that will make you laugh joyfully and sincerely empathize with the characters.
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