They braved the harrowing trials of war—now, can they navigate the complexities of peace?
Canadian Jim Armstrong, hastily married during World War II after a fleeting encounter, is reunited with his wife and young son after four years. When Joan arrives in Canada as a war bride, she is shocked to learn that Jim has no intention of ever returning to England. As she struggles to adapt to life on a remote Ontario farm—isolated from her family and met with cold resistance from Jim's mother—Joan faces an uphill battle.
Jim, meanwhile, is haunted by his wartime experiences in Italy, lingering feelings for a former lover, and the relentless demands of farm life. As these pressures mount, he begins to question his love for Joan.
From the picturesque farmland of Ontario to the scarred landscapes of war-torn Italy, this sweeping love story, a sequel to The Chalky Sea, explores the enduring impact of war and the challenging journey towards peace.
