Lord William Dorsey is determined to save his older brother, the Earl of Hanover, from farthing-filcher women, since he has experienced just how heartless they can be. After he and his brother move into their new manor house, Lord William decides to use his middle name and introduce himself as Adrian Dorsey, a distant penniless cousin. When he meets Miss Lyndsey Benson, he's intrigued by her bold personality and plans to learn more about her. During the party, he sneaks a kiss – or two –and now he's smitten. Yet, she seems more interested in his brother. Can Adrian prove that he's the right man for her?
As the eldest daughter in a family of four girls, Lyndsey Benson accepts the responsibility of finding a wealthy husband to help her family. The Earl of Hanover seems to be the answer to their prayers. Unfortunately, she's not attracted to the earl, but to the scoundrel, Adrian Dorsey. When she finds out the truth about Adrian, will she give him her heart or choose the earl and wealth to save her family?