Determined to let nothing distract her from protecting her family's livelihood while covertly rescuing orphaned slave children, Miss Eugenie Villaret, when the dashing Viscount Wivenly lures her down a path of forbidden adventure and delicious danger, decides to add passion to her priorities.

As part of a large, rambunctious family, Lady Eleanor Carpenter has gained some knowledge of what makes a successful marriage. She's even compiled a list of essential qualifications in a potential husband. John, the Marquis of Montagu, seems of good character (check), with money enough to support a family (check). But what of the many other requirements on her list? Montagu, meanwhile, believes the key to a comfortable life lies in marrying someone...