This is the majestic saga of swift clipper ships and the men who built them to sail the seas and conquer the world. The Reichell family, successful shipowners from New England, conducts a lucrative trade in China. But sworn enemies stand in the way, who do not disdain anything to crush and destroy their rivals. The powerful ship empire of the Reykehells - traders with the fabulous countries of the East - is again in danger, and Jonathan Reykehell's heart is broken by the sudden death of his wife... Will he be able to resist his most terrible weapon enemy, the Marquis de Braga - the red-haired seductress Erica, whose passionate kisses are fraught with death? Michael William Scott is the creator of the fascinating family sagas “The Chronicles of Kents”, “The Australians” and the “Vans Go West” series. The tetralogy about the Reikhell family is firmly in the lead on the bestseller lists. Scott's deep knowledge of the East and talent make him a wonderful guide and companion in the exciting adventures of the heroes.