Dundee. 1879. In the shadow of tragedy, a woman must forge her own destiny. When 11-year-old Lizzie Mudie loses her mother in Dundee's darkest disaster, her world is shattered. Forced to grow up too soon, Lizzie uncovers a resilience beyond her years. An unexpected inheritance – Green Tree Mill, crumbling and forgotten – offers a new path. Determined to succeed, Lizzie rises to become its formidable mistress. But ambition comes at a cost, and as the mill begins to thrive, Lizzie must face the heart-wrenching choices that come with power, loyalty, and love. A powerful Scottish family saga for fans of Dilly Court, Tessa Barclay, and historical fiction full of heart and grit.
