Gayle Windham, Earl of Westhaven would do anything to avoid the summer round of countryhouse parties where matchmaking mamas abound. But summering in London holds just as many twists and turns to finding love, when the beautiful — but secretive — housekeeper Anna catches his eye...

Anna Seaton is hiding things, but for a good reason. Without Anna's discretion and loyalty, her sister would fall prey to a horrible arranged marriage. But as Gayle breaks through Anna's shell, the two find that love is never won without breaking a few rules...