About the book: 2011 / Young aristocrat Catherine Edilin is the pearl of the South, the dream of all young planters. But the girl’s heart is silent... until she meets the mysterious stranger Alex McDowell, a courageous Scot, unjustly accused of murder. By a whim of fate, Katherine is forced to flee with Alex - into the unknown, towards dangerous adventures. And the most exciting adventure for the capricious and proud southern beauty will be love. A love she can't overcome. A love that will change her whole life!..