Accused of stealing his mistress's jewels, Mattie had sought refuge in the majestic Colorado mountains. There, Lord Cameron is prospecting for the gold that would save his estate from ruin. When the two collide causing Mattie an injury that leads to more than just a little assistance from Lord Cameron, she finds herself breathless with desire for the man. She knows that his family would never accept her as his bride. But the passion between them is undeniable, and the fire in their eyes professes that they must find a way to ransom their stolen hearts.