About the book: 1996 / “Born a woman, you must be able to withstand stormy weather,” the grandfather-captain, the old sea wolf who taught Lizzie Robinson, never tired of repeating to believe in herself. She experienced her first life storm when she fell in love at first sight with Tavis McKinnon. With all the ardor of her young heart she felt: a proud handsome man had been sent down to her by Heaven. This moment remained forever in Lizzie's memory. Years have passed... In graceful and sophisticated Elizabeth, there is nothing left of that eccentric teenage girl. Much has changed, but one thing Elizabeth has remained constant is her love for Tavis, which was something of a guiding star for her. Naive childhood adoration, having passed the test of time, grew into a deep, reverent feeling. She does not even imagine that this convinced and complete bachelor McKinnon - her dream - has long been burning with disinterested passion and languid desire for the golden-haired charmer... only Heaven knows about this…