In the midst of a deserted South American campsite, a protagonist's hallucination sets the tone for a dramatic story. Tony and Brenda Last, a wealthy couple, reside on their vast estate with their young son. However, their life takes a turn when Brenda becomes involved with John Beaver, a penniless man, and begins to frequent London's high society. As Brenda's affair with John deepens, Tony remains oblivious, while a tangled web of tragedy, lawsuits, and greed unfolds. The couple's journey culminates in a fateful expedition to Brazil, serving as a poignant reminder that each of us is but a fleeting moment in time.

A Handful of Dust
A couple's seemingly perfect life is torn apart by a wife's infidelity and a tragic family tragedy.