The use of banned narcotic and psychotropic substances harms health, and their illegal distribution is punishable by law. This is what a 35-year-old woman, Nicole, discovers when, with the help of her godmother, she begins to learn the family secrets. Camille Aubré’s novel takes the reader to Manhattan in the mid-20th century, where the world of gangsters and illegal business reigns. In this cruel male world, four women—Amy, Lucy, Philomena, and Petrina—become unwilling allies. As godmothers of each other’s children, they are ready to sacrifice everything to protect their families. Each of them has her own secrets and experiences, but friendship and support help them cope with difficulties. They learn to trust each other and find comfort in simple joys, keeping hope for warmth and love in life. This is a story filled with drama and tension about what truly makes a family—those who are ready to support you in a difficult moment and give hope for a better future.