The Last Pearl

"The Last Pearl" is a sweeping novel that intertwines the lives of characters across generations and continents, centered around a magnificent pearl. Set in 1879, the story follows Greta Costello in York as she learns her craft and faces life's hardships, while elsewhere, Jem Baillie seeks revenge after the theft of a rare white pearl named Queenie in Scotland. Spanning from the rivers of Scotland to the Mississippi, the novel explores themes of desire, revenge, family, and self-discovery, highlighting one woman's journey toward uncovering her inner strength and true beauty.