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As far as his father, a famous writer, is concerned, Richard will never amount to anything, and so he decides to take his fate into his own hands.
But at the last moment he is saved by Jake, who appeals to Richard not to waste his life.
Together they set out for adventure, working their way through Europe, eventually arriving in bohemian Paris, where Richard meets Hesta, an entrancing music student.
Daphne du Maurier's second novel is a masterpiece of narration, showcasing for the first time in her career the male voice she would use to stunning effect in four subsequent novels, including My Cousin Rachel.
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