Publisher's Synopsis
As the final months of 1945 bring a feeling of hope, Rhoda Harding, married to Alec for over twenty-five years, is reluctant to settle into premature middle-age. Her daughters lead busy, fulfilling lives, and Alec is content with his family life and successful business - as far as he is concerned Rhoda's place is in the home. Through her new friend Jenny Matherson, Rhoda meets the enigmatic Silas, who encourages her to take employment in the nearby village of Oakleigh. Alec is stunned and furious that his wife wants to work, but Rhoda is determined - after all Silas is very often in Oakleigh too...
