The Japanese have surrendered and the British are returning to the Straits Settlements. But secret societies, gangs and communists continue to wreak havoc on a society fatigued from the savagery of war. Enter Philippa Rosario, a passionate literature teacher, ardent believer of zodiacs and star signs, and unlikely underground resistance informant. Her mission is simple: to pose as “The White Y’s” lover and collect with a simple jazz musician who hits all the right notes. But what the stars do not tell Philippa is that she is headed straight for heartbreak and tragedy.