March 1914. When talented artist Isobel embarks on a journey to Egypt it's to reunite her best friend Alice with her husband Wilfred - and to use the stunning sights of Cairo as inspiration for her own paintings. A whirlwind romance was the last thing she expected but when Isobel meets Wilfred's handsome brother Edward neither can deny the strong connection between them - especially when unexpected tragedy strikes. Just as they get to grips with their grief WW1 erupts and the lovers are forced to separate. They promise to meet again in London. But when Edward is listed as 'missing - presumed dead' only weeks after landing in France Isobel is devastated unmarried and on the brink of ruin. She has only one way to save her honour . . . but it means betraying the love she holds so dear.
