The first in the Bamboo Rings series that fills in the back stories for the main characters in Ghost Orchid. The novel takes the reader on a world tour to experience the sounds, sights and aromas of exotic, foreign locations woven together with a love story that begins in S. Korea in the 70's. Meet Melani and Jack and discover the back story that sets the stage for the best-selling Ghost Orchid.
Three worlds unfold, the ex-patriot life in S. Korea before its economic boom, the military life of those stationed in S. Korea following Viet Nam, and the historically rich culture of the Korean people influenced by their ancient heritage.