Could she fulfill such a condition?

Only when she arrived on the island did Nora learn that part of her inheritance from Uncle Jake depended on her marrying a Manxman.

There was no lack of candidates. Even, it was suggested, Jony Cesar, who inherited the estate moneys if Nora failed to comply.

Unfortunately, Juan Cregeen was the one who attracted her most. He seemed to have no visible means of support...and was a confirmed bachelor.