She isn’t the governess that he wants … but she’s the one that he needs. Following her public ruination, Theodosia Ramsey gave up her dreams of marrying into the exclusive world of the ton. Finding work as a governess at the far-flung estate of a mysterious baron offers the obscurity and peace she so desperately craves. There is only one problem. Her young charges are a disorderly lot in need of discipline and a firm hand. However, the interference of the baron’s household staff makes it impossible for Theo to properly tend to take them in hand. Lord James Rowley returns to his country home infuriated by a high-handed, disparaging letter from his newly hired governess. How dare the woman cast aspersions upon his children, his servants, and himself as a father! Thinking to set her straight and send her packing, James never expects to be confronted with the spitfire who is Theodosia Ramsey. The young, beautiful governess entrances him from their first meeting, though her opinionated nature and blunt manner leave him on edge. But James is soon forced to acknowledge that Theodosia is just what his children need. She is also the very thing that he needs.