The Seven Sisters 04. The Pearl Sister

"The Pearl Sister" is the fourth installment in Lucinda Riley's renowned Seven Sisters series. The story follows CeCe D’Aplièse, who has always struggled to find her place in the world. After the death of her father, Pa Salt, a mysterious billionaire who adopted six daughters from different corners of the globe and named them after the Seven Sisters constellation, CeCe finds herself at a crossroads. Without her sister Star, who has drifted away in pursuit of love, CeCe feels isolated and decides to leave England to uncover her origins. Her only leads are an old photograph and the name of an Australian pioneer woman from over a century ago.Seeking solace, CeCe travels to the picturesque beaches of Krabi, Thailand, a place where she once felt a sense of belonging. There, amid the community of travelers, she encounters the enigmatic Ace, a fellow solitary soul with secrets of his own. The narrative also weaves in the story of Kitty McBride, the daughter of a Scottish clergyman, who, a century earlier, traveled to Australia accompanying the affluent Mrs. McCrombie. In Adelaide, Kitty becomes entangled with the McCrombie family, including the twin heirs, the impulsive Drummond and the aspiring Andrew, who has a future in the pearl industry.As CeCe's journey leads her to the heart of Australia's Red Centre, she delves into her history. The landscape and the deep-rooted Aboriginal culture inspire her, rekindling her artistic passion. Alongside people she connects with on her voyage, CeCe starts to realize that this immense, untamed land might offer her what she yearns for most—a true sense of belonging and a place to call home.