After years of wandering, Beckman emerges from the shadow of old sorrows by agreeing to restore a family estate... and embarking on a dalliance with the quiet, pretty housekeeper who resides there. But the lady is not who she seems... Sara Hunt enjoys the attention bestowed upon her by the estate's handsome visitor, though she knows Beckman's growing affection will die should he learn her startling secret. She's prepared to let him go, but this time, Beck's determined to stand and fight for the one he loves...