When he saw a man stealing stuff from his kitchen, he wouldn’t imagine that there was only a lady, but not just any lady...The lady that would steal his heart. Honora Murray is a landowner’s daughter who’s not afraid of hard work. However, after the tragic loss of her father, a loanshark begins threatening her. With no other options, Honora and her sister go on the run. While on the road, they become desperate for supplies. So they break into a kitchen to get some food. They are quickly discovered by someone who would change their lives forever… Giles Palmer, is haunted by his time in the war and the lack of family he has around him. He knows he needs to find a wife someday but worries about reemerging in society. As Honora and Giles spend time together, romantic feelings begin to spark. However, she is constantly checking her surroundings. Will she be able to outrun the darkness of her pursuer?