The novel revolves around a young woman who possesses a turquoise ring that supposedly brings its wearer misery and tragedy. Despite warnings from her friends and family, she refuses to relinquish the jewel, believing it to be a symbol of eternal love. As the story unfolds, the protagonist's life becomes increasingly entangled with the ring's dark history, leading to a downward spiral of sorrow, loss, and heartbreak.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1916 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Inspirational