Poachers and dealmakers the Griffiths family have always managed to scrape by on the edge of the law. As rationing finally draws to an end the tight-knit community finds itself coming to terms with a new world in which social boundaries are being eroded and opportunities are growing for all. Heartache remains a constant though with Caroline Griffiths trapped in a sham marriage to Barry Martin and Rhiannon Lewis still mourning their broken engagement. Meanwhile the close bond between Frank and Ernie Griffiths is tested first by Frank's growing involvement in a dangerous criminal enterprise and then by Ernie's new lady friend.

Part of the Pendragon Island series.