内容简介：
England, 1939: War is imminent. So is a birth. Illegitimate, the baby is given up for adoption. Named Maureen, the child will become everything her teenage mother could never be. Ethel is set to be the perfect mother; husband Bill needs more convincing. The bond between Maureen and Ethel is shared with Bill's sister, Vi. When disaster strikes, Vi, mother of five boys, becomes Maureen's lifeline. Wringing the truth about Maureen's adoption becomes imperative when Iris, Maureen's stepmother, comes on the scene. America: Following her heart and being tormented by an inner voice, Maureen settles quickly and marries well. Her daughter, Beth, is 'born lucky.' Later, events will unfold to dispel this illusion. England: Iris seeks sobriety while Vi, matriarch and loyal defender, strives to keep promises. On the other side of the Atlantic Ocean, Maureen's life is peopled with celebrities from both the world of entertainment and politics. The birth of a granddaughter is a joyous occasion. Little does she know what lies ahead....