In Part 1 of The Tracy Diamonds, the alluring and affluent Helen Tracy sets her sights on the one man who seems entirely indifferent to her charms. With her less fortunate cousin Alice and her mother in tow, she escapes to Ridgefield for the summer, where the elusive Craig Mason is also vacationing. Along the way, youll meet the colorful owners of the Prospect House, Uncle Zach and Dotty. As Helen weaves her intricate plan to capture Craigs heart, a dashing office clerk named Mark enters the scene, leading to a tangled web of misguided love and deep regrets. Part 2 unfolds many years later, introducing unexpected twists and captivating new characters, culminating in a wonderfully satisfying conclusion. - Summary by Celine Major