Sarah Jane Hunter has a blissful life planned--to move back to the farm that holds precious memories. The bombing of Pearl Harbor shatters her dreams. After Michael ships off to war, his old girlfriend worms her way into Sarah Jane's life. Sylvia threatens to expose secrets, and along the way, seduce Michael's uncle. The fierce loyalty of Sarah Jane's family sees her through, even when the turmoil of war and Sylvia's manipulations threaten to rip her family apart. Appearances often deceive, but the shadow of the cedar reveals what truly lies beneath.