Ever felt sorry for the "evil" stepmother? Maybe wondered about her side of things? This story is for you. Trude Burgess only has eyes for one person. Her entire life, she never loved anyone other than Viggo Calder. She watched as he courted the perfect lady, wooed and won her. And then...he lost that ideal love. Trude married him anyway...because his little girl needed a mother. And she would do anything to prove that her love is enough to make up for that tragic loss. Viggo Calder has never truly seen her. Though he married for convenience, his heart remains icy and untouched. He made the sacrifice for his daughter, but he spends his nights drinking and mourning. His new wife is sensitive and difficult, and sometimes he regrets ever marrying her at all. If only he could be with his beloved first wife again... When a magic mirror is involved, they must both be careful with their wishes...