Marian Brook, following her father's death and in the company of Peggy Scott, journeys to New York to reside with her aristocratic aunts, Agnes van Rhijn and Ada Brook. Simultaneously, ruthless tycoon George Russell and his ambitious wife B…

Peggy, increasingly desperate, sought counsel from Mr. Raikes. Meanwhile, George advanced his latest business ventures. Oscar van Rhijn fixated on young Gladys Russell, while a charity bazaar ignited a dramatic confrontation when Bertha fel…

A shadow fell upon the new rail station, despite Agnes's cautions. Marian persisted in meeting with Mr. Raikes, who laid bare his ambitions. Peggy received news of a publisher's interest in her work. At a lecture by Clara Barton, Ada found …

In the wake of sorrow, George struck a bargain to aid Bertha. Peggy received an assignment from publisher T. Thomas Fortune, though a dinner with her parents proved discordant. Marian gleaned further insight into the enigmatic Mrs. Chamberl…

A young man, captivating Gladys, becomes the focus of an invitation extended by Bertha. Following the charming of Mr. McAllister, Bertha accompanies Marian and Aurora to Dansville to hear Clara Barton speak. There, Peggy works on her articl…

At a luncheon intended to impress Mr. McAllister, Mrs. Chamberlain enlisted the assistance of Bannister, a move that drew the ire of Church. Meanwhile, George struggled to maintain his reputation as Agnes’ world shifted around him. Marian w…

A murmur rippled through the room, a subtle hum accompanying the demonstration of Mr. Raikes' innovative work. Meanwhile, Miss Bannister envisioned a simple afternoon gathering – a picnic, perhaps, with Mr. Raikes in attendance. But Marian …

In Newport, Bertha mirrored Mr. McCallister's actions for a time, but soon found herself reminded of her station. Oscar's courtship of Gladys faces an unexpected obstacle. George finds himself in a legal battle. Concerned by Armstrong’s me…

The prospect of a new beginning beckoned Ada, but Aurora and Ada’s friends raced to intercept her. As Gladys prepared to debut, a simmering conflict between Bertha and Mrs. Astor threatened to ripple through the entirety of New York society…