title: Cruel Legacy
author: Jordan, Penny
description: This compelling story explores the lives of four women -- lives changed forever by the final actions of one man. One man's life has come to an end, but for those left behind, it's just the beginning. Especially for these four women....
  
  Philippa -- Stripped of her wealth and social standing, Philippa must prove to everyone -- and to herself -- that she is a woman who can stand alone.
  
  Sally -- Faced with mounting family pressures that alienate her from her husband, Sally finds herself tempted by another man.
  
  Elizabeth -- Torn by her need to support her husband and her emerging desire for independence, Elizabeth battles to come into her own.
  
  Deborah -- Her new promotion leaves her to deal with a jealous lover and a ruthless boss -- forcing her to take a hard look at the future.