Zanzibar today, and as it was 40 years ago: seen through the eyes of two women who meet there. Francesca has come hoping for new experience after the break-up of an affair, Carla to revive memories of a long-past, never-spoken-of love. Both find what they're seeking, and become firm friends in the process - but how far can they truly penetrate into the mysterious world of Zanzibar? Full of the sights, sounds and smells of this alluring island, Nick Maes's second novel is both captivating and poignant.