内容简介：
Ellie Barton was born at the turn of the twentieth century. She came from a happy extended family. Then one day all that changes. One tragedy after another happens to her and her brother Albert. Her father dies in a hunting accident changing her whole way of life; her mother dies of a heart attack while Ellie is still a girl. They are forced to take in borders to make a living for themselves. While visiting her Aunt Martha, Ellie meets the black sheep of a rich political family. Harry is very charming and soon they are married. It is a stormy, but passionate relationship. After their two sons are born, Harry starts to lose interest. He stays out late at night, drinking and seeing other women. After a large fight, Harry leaves and dies in a tragic accident. Ellie has to pull herself together and be strong for her family.