Audrey´s life has been turned upside down. She has left her lover with whom she shared a home since University. She has quit her job, tired of never receiving enough recognition for her work at the Museum. But only days later does it dawn on Audrey that she has thrown it all away. She has lost the love of her life as well as the career she had always dreamed of. To take her mind off her troubles, Audrey visits her mother Violet, who lives somewhat isolated from the rest of the family ever since her husband’s death. Violet suffered when her eldest son Sam sold off what had been their family home for decades. It comes as a surprise to Audrey to find her mother back on track, active, lively, and ready to embark on a journey with her daughter through the Loire Valley. Violet is determined, upon their return, to fight whomever it may take (even her own first-born) to win back her home. But things are not that easy... Sam is in deep financial trouble, which could threaten the heritage and his family. And he will not give in without a fight... While Audrey is drowning in self-pity, Violet is determined to bring to the surface the dark family secrets lurking below. The private life of the Seymours is about to see the light of day. Will the truth bring the family together once again? Or will it destroy them for ever?  We are proud to present you the winner of our First Premio Círculo de Lectores de Novela – with 267 aspiring novelists, 5 finalists, and 3,600 club members acting as the jury. The award: € 30,000 and a publishing contract with Círculo. Plaza& Janes will publish an edition in February 2009 with a first print run of 8,000 copies.