"Patten has a beautiful gift of storytelling. From the first page to the last, the reader is drawn-in with Patten's clarity and warmth of style. A genuine original voice." -Donna S. Kline, Author "An American Virtuoso on the World Stage" "Readers will enjoy Patten's vivid dramatic descriptions of Spanish life that few tourists ever get to see. They will feel they have traveled to some of the small fishing villages and even become acquainted with the inhabitants." -Marilyn Kessler, Publisher "The Ark" newspaper Tiburon, California Discontented with her inane life, Rachel Sloane searches for change. She is unwilling to continue the path her mother set, one of material pleasures and self-indulgence. A lost nephew of Rachel's Peruvian maid provides the opportunity for Rachel to recast her life, sending her off to Spain for new adventures, exploits and even romance. Rachel finally awakens to a purposeful life.