Life does not always go according to one's plan. In fact, sometimes it interferes with and shatters our assumptions of what we think our life ought to be. Each of these characters had their plans changed in large and small ways; but if one can be flexible, have supportive family and friends, and be willing to see opportunities, then life can be better than ever imagined.

Interwoven in the story of Lady Elizabeth, her family, and her love, Robert, are historical figures who appear in the correct time and place , adding relevant information and dimension to the sequence of events.

Lady Elizabeth does the rest. Determined to help others, interested in new ideas, and then (finally) open to the unexpected, astonishing, and amazing things that come from being in love, she is ready to begin life anew with the best plan of all... a loving helpmate by her sideNot your everyday romance!