The 1920s: a time of hope, promise—and parties. But not all the men came home, after The War. Meet the spare brides. Young, gorgeous—and unexpectedly alone. Ava relishes the freedom of being single. Sarah fears no one can replace her hero husband. Beatrice finds it hard to shine, next to her dazzling friends. And Lydia is married, rich, privileged. Then a chance encounter changes everything.