Based on a true story.
The heroine was beautiful but poor. She married young, then got divorced.
The hero was cold-hearted, but made exception after exception for her. And yet, in this world, self-interest comes before every feeling.
The heroine is strong and independent, but still ends up on a path that goes against her heart.
Many details have been omitted. The writing is broad yet attentive, all in remembrance.