Abigail is ruined ... happiness is for others, never for her.

During her one London Season, Abigail Trevelyan lost her innocence and nearly her life to Lord Fenton, an aristocratic villain. Since his death in a duel she has been living quietly in the countryside with Fenton's young widow Milla, who has no idea of her companion's tragic past.

But Lord Fenton's malice extends beyond the grave and threatens the reputations of several ladies, as well as his widow's financial security. Abigail and Milla race to London in a bid to prevent the worst.

Abigail asks Jeremy Winthrop, Viscount Barton, for help in their urgent quest. Jeremy has been courting another young lady, but cannot ignore Abigail's plea. Soon all of them are embroiled in scandal and forced to take desperate measures.  

Will Abigail overcome her inner wounds to find love and happiness after all? The odds are very much against ...