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Never the twain shall meet is a novel that explores the intersection of cultural identity, love, and loss. The story centers on a trading captain and his daughter, who are caught between two worlds: the isolated island life and the bustling city of San Francisco. Upon their arrival in the city, their journey is complicated by a looming health crisis and their struggle to adapt to a new life while preserving their heritage. The father, facing his own mortality due to a diagnosis, is concerned for his daughter’s future, leading him to appoint a guardian to ensure her well-being. As he passes away, the daughter is left to navigate a world that is both unfamiliar and full of potential. Through her journey, the novel delves into her quest for belonging, grappling with loss, and forging a new path in a land that is at once foreign and promising. The story captures the emotional complexities of identity, familial bonds, and the challenges that arise when two cultures collide.