The Singapore Grip

For rubber baron Walter Blackett and his family, 1941 Singapore is full of wealth and privilege, where the horrors of war-torn Europe are a distant whisper. But when their power and stability are rocked by new arrivals and the looming threat of a Japanese invasion, Walter has a cunning plan.

The Blacketts intensify their campaign to secure Matthews allegiances and Walter remains obstinate, despite the Japanese bombing Singapore. Vera nurses Matthew through his fevered delirium while the Major is warned not to trust her. Charlie, Sylvias brother, re-joins his regiment and Ehrendorf volunteers, and Matthew makes a momentous decision.

Walter is given a surprising opportunity as Matthew determines to save Vera from the chaos taking root.