The notorious Captain James Hook wants nothing more than to enjoy his ale and savor a few moments of peace away from his crew. After his recent failures, the allure of a pirate's life sank beneath the deep blue waves along with the smoldering wreckage of the Jolly Roger. But he persists at the command of his father, who grants him one last chance to redeem himself as well as a new ship.

When a woman in disguise propositions him outside the tavern, he's loathe to trust anyone...especially her. The Princess of Navarro, wanted for murder and kidnapping, is desperate and in dire need of a savior. The opportunity holds both the promise of riches and the peril of a merciless death. Only a madman would take the bargain she offers. But James Hook knows treasure when he sees it.

Princess Celeste is a rare gem indeed and not the weak, simpering royal he expects. She plays right into his desires, using them to her advantage. Hook discovers far too late, he's merely a pawn in her game.