As the 1941 oil boom transforms Texas into a land of wealth, Lucy Gallant, a New York socialite, finds herself in the Lone Star State, fleeing a personal tragedy. She opens a high-end dress shop, teaching the town's wives how to dress with style and sophistication, and her business flourishes. However, her love life remains stagnant, with a cattle rancher persistently courting her, urging her to abandon her career and marry him. Despite her growing feelings for him, Lucy's independence is paramount, and she must navigate her desires and priorities as the war changes everything.
Lucy Gallant
The protagonist, a successful dressmaker, builds a lucrative career at the cost of her personal relationships.
