Lord Thomas McGovern, Earl of Landry, has been tasked with the mission of finding his abducted brother in Rome. But as a younger son who has never been given any responsibility in his life, he fears he isn’t up to the task. The chance to prove himself when the stakes are as high as they could get is irresistible, though, and he is ready to become the hero he has always wanted to be. Until temptation winks at him. Actress Violetta Roan is the talk of the Roman theater world for her daring and bold stage presence. But Violetta’s persona hides a darker secret. She has more of a connection with Thomas than first meets the eye, and when Violetta and Thomas team up on a covert mission, sparks fly. Is there more to the passion between them or is Violetta just playing another role? When the truth is revealed and Thomas finally has a chance to rescue his brother and prove himself worthy, their newfound love is put to the test. Can they complete the mission, or will the dark forces that have been chasing the McGoverns since Paris finally win?