. Young, beautiful artist survived the devastating war that claimed the lives of so many of the men and women she grew up with. Her friends have returned as empty shells or not at all. But although peace has been declared, Rebecca is still fighting at home. Her controlling mother will stop at nothing to prevent Rebecca from following her dream to become a painter. When Rebecca meets dashing young , a pilot during the war, she discovers both love and an escape. Edward makes her feel truly loved, alive and excited about her future and art. But when Edward takes Rebecca to visit his childhood home on the sweeping coast, their trip ends in tragedy. Edward's father commits suicide and, consumed by grief, Edward is faced with a terrible choice: love or family? Utterly distraught, Rebecca goes out to the shore by moonlight to paint. Under the stars, she stares into the waves, thinking about her life. The next morning she has disappeared without a trace, leaving behind only a pencil on the sand. " . This book speaks to me. It ... Definitely . Thank you Ms Carey for such ." Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ , written a story that is moving, compelling and . I savored every word... I this story, it is multifaceted, and just Thank you Ms Carey for another book that is going to stay with me for a long time." Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐