My Mortal Enemy

In the quaint Midwestern town of Parthia, Myra Henshawe became a local legend when she chose love over wealth, sacrificing her inheritance to marry her true love, Oswald. Now, thirty years later, the spirited Myra enjoys a vibrant life with Oswald in New York City. When she takes Nellie, the teenage niece of her oldest friend, under her wing, she opens up a world of art, culture, and the intricate webs of friendship and romance. Join Myra and Nellie on a journey of discovery that transcends time and geography. (Summary by Amy Dunkleberger)