It's 1942 and the world is at war. Yet the wealthy Belleville family appear untouched and secure in their grand Australian home of Prior Park. That is until Julia Belleville on the cusp of womanhood falls desperately in love with a US Army officer. Half a world away her brother Richard is flying dangerous missions for Britain. He meets the beautiful Catherine Cavendish whose aristocratic parents disapprove strongly of the brash young Australian. Is he destined to find happiness with Catherine or will he be haunted forever by the memory of Jane the woman he left behind? Brought up in Richard's shadow William Belleville resents the popularity of his older brother. In Richard's absence William attempts to usurp his authority and take charge of the family fortune. Into this mix comes James Fitzroy handsome and charming who sets his sights on Julia...
