John Carteret, still grieving the murder of his bride Moonyean at their wedding years prior, takes in her orphaned 5-year-old niece Kathleen. As Kathleen grows up, she bears a striking resemblance to her aunt. She falls in love with American stranger Kenneth Wayne, unaware that his father Jeremy was responsible for Moonyean's death. John's deep-seated anger towards Jeremy threatens to destroy Kathleen's happiness, but ultimately he comes to terms with the past and allows his niece to pursue her love.
Smilin' Through
John Carteret's life is consumed by loneliness and grief, a lingering consequence of the tragic loss of his bride Moonyean on their wedding day, years ago. He finds solace in nurturing Moonyean's orphaned niece, Kathleen, who matures into a striking resemblance of her aunt.
