Inhalt: The adventurous and mysterious story of a strong woman living in Australia in 1883: Francesca returns to the river port of Echuca to help her father who runs a paddle steamer. His competitor, Silas Hepburn, tries to drive him out of business but when he meets Francesca he has a new idea. Francesca, however, falls in love with Monty, a lovable river captain. But is their love really meant to be? Not only do two people try to destroy that bond, moreover, Francesca's father keeps a secret from her as well.