As war rages, Fanny and the Radletts reunite to live at Alconleigh, while Linda desperately awaits word from Fabrice.
In 1940, the Radletts are all doing their part for the war effort: Aunt Sadie stores crates for the Museum; Uncle Matt drills Defense Volunteers; and in London, Linda waits for Fabrice, despite his pleas that she retreat to the countryside for safety.—Anonymous