In 1807 in the thriving seaport of Salem impetuous young Lydia Clement, fated for a quiet privileged life, connives her way onto a voyage to China seeking romance and adventure. Follow her as her journey takes her to the lush island of Madeira, around the raging waters of the Cape of Good Hope, to sultry Calcutta and mysterious Canton. Learn of the obstacles she encounters when homeward bound. Discover what she finds when she finally reaches home and how she deals with the challenges facing her. Experience an era of sailing ships, courageous seaman and a spirited woman like Lydia.