Amidst the turmoil of World War II, Moira finds herself in the rolling hills and hard work of the Women's Land Army. Known for her carefree spirit, Moira lives by the mantra "life is too short not to have fun." But beneath her light-hearted facade lies a deep-seated fear of commitment and love, rooted in her parents' divorce during her childhood, and reflected in her trail of failed relationships.
As Moira throws herself into her duties, the arrival of an American soldier, sent to help protect New Zealand from the Japanese, challenges her resolve to remain unattached. When an unwanted pregnancy complicates her life, Moira is forced to confront her past and her fears. She is determined that her child will not endure the same lonely childhood she did.
With the war raging around them, Moira must navigate the complexities of love, responsibility, and her own deep-seated fears. In a time of uncertainty and change, Moira's journey of self-discovery and bravery will captivate readers and remind us all that sometimes, the greatest battles are fought within.
