Lord and Lady Nathaniel Lambert return from their honeymoon only to find an intruder in their home of Scarlett Hall. Isaac Thorne is the legitimate son of Lord Charles Lambert, Nathaniel’s father. But what does this mean for Nathaniel? Isaac Thorne has lived a life of poverty with dreams that reach well beyond his means. When his mother falls ill, she confesses to him a secret concerning the truth about his real father, and more importantly, who he truly is. With the aid of legal counsel, Isaac is now ready to take his rightful place as the baron of Scarlett Hall. But first, retribution must be paid…
Upon meeting Isaac, Lady Harmony Lambert decides the best course of action is to win him over and convince him to forfeit the barony. Yet, when her plan appears to fail and she watches Nathaniel grow distant, she fears they will not only lose their home but their marriage, as well. Seeking advice from Lady Eleanor and others, Harmony embarks on a new path that will not only decide the fate of her marriage, but also that of future generations of Scarlett Hall, as well.