'Oh, East is East and West is West, and never the twain shall meet.' Rudyard Kipling. Four women from four generations who all have one thing in common - when they meet the love of their life turmoil and chaos ensues: - Jessica - Prepared to sacrifice everything she has ever held dear. Eleanor - Embarks upon a life she never imagined possible. Mary - An unhappy girl finding solace in fantasy which leads to her downfall. Chloe - Academic and practical but not immune from turning her back on security. Spanning a century, including two world wars, love takes them each on a journey touched with joy, sorrow, hope and tragedy. What will the future hold for young Mia in the fifth generation