Miss Alexandra Matthews is destitute after her father dies and leaves her nothing to fend for herself. She is forced to seek employment and takes a position as a governess for the children of the Duke of Graystone.
Damon Neverhartt, the Earl of Seville returns home after being out of the country for years. He is ready to take over his family estate and accept his role as an earl. Thanks to the Duke of Graystoneโs guidance the Seville estate is prosperous, and his family home almost completely restored.
He goes to Graystone Castle upon his return and plans to stay there while Seville Manorโs restoration is being finalized. He doesnโt expect to find a temptation in the form of a governess. Damon knows he shouldnโt want her, but he canโt help how he feels. When she mistakes him as a worker on the estate he doesnโt correct her assumption.
Alex and Damon are drawn together, but after she realizes heโs lied to her she doesnโt think he can be trusted. Damonโs mistake might cost him everything if he canโt win back her love.