Jonas Reval is the Principality of San Michele's super eligible Prince Charming—at least he will be if the family has its way. But Jonas has been paying his dues in the family high-powered law firm for long enough. He wants to live life on his own terms, and that does not include romance. Hope Kennard's childhood was rocked by scandal and financial ruin. With the death of her beloved but misguided father, she left England to travel the world in search of peace and purpose. No commitments, no baggage, no regrets. This philosophy works for Hope until she takes a housesitting job in sunny, beautiful San Michele and has a fateful meeting with a handsome and intriguing man. Hope senses Jonas has secrets, but she has a few of her own. Can two people stop running from themselves long enough to find love?