This love story covers wars, rebellions, marshal law, and a world sailing trip with an international jewel thief. This life of high adventure lasted over fifty years. It's a story of a life that people dream about or see in the movies. However, this is not a fictional plot. All this really happened just the way it's told. Bob takes you into exotic Shanghai to experience a fantastic style of living. This former way of life no longer exists; it's gone with the wind. His story continues into Japan and back to China just as war is erupting with unbelievable terrifying moments. Jean takes you into the closed area of Sudan for the coronation of a king of the upper Nilotic Tribes and all across the Middle East with excitement in every country. Africa presents high drama between making movies to coping with the Mau Mau. From beginning to end the surprises and excitement continue to hold you spellbound. This is one great adventure packed life shows humor, compassion, and a lot joie de vive.