Anthony Blackmore, the Duke of Wiltshire, is in desperate need for a governess for his orphaned nieces. Unfortunately the duke has a reputation as a faithless rake and a heartbreaker. No woman of good character is willing to live under the same roof as him. Apart from the vicar's daughter Miss Regina Baker.

He has no use for commitment and love, but Regina is about to turn his world upside down. To win the girl, the duke will have to show his true colours. Because sometimes, social status and reputation hides the true nature of an honourable man...