The Desert Crop

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In the 1880s, the farming communities around Fellburn faced financial struggles. Hector Stewart, two years after his wife's death, announced his intention to marry Moira Conelly, a distant relative he claimed was wealthy and lived in a castle in Ireland. Daniel, Hector's younger son, suspected the true motive behind this union. Moira, who misrepresented her background and finances, believed she would enter a life of luxury, complete with servants. Upon her arrival with companion Maggie Ann, she was shocked to find the farm in disrepair and devoid of staff, except for Rosie, the domestic help. Despite this reality, Moira adapted to farm life with her cheerful demeanor. She had hoped to inherit money from an aunt, which would secure her affluent lifestyle, but when the aunt passed away, Moira was devastated to learn she was not the beneficiary. This revelation had far-reaching consequences for the Stewart family, which had grown with children from Hector and Moira's marriage. Pattie, the rebellious daughter, had already left to marry, while Daniel, forced to work on the farm instead of pursuing university, felt trapped. However, a family tragedy would eventually provide him with an opportunity to seek love and happiness he once thought impossible.