Some might disapprove, given their difference in rank, but the Duke of Ashland was charmed by Miss Judith Denny. However, Miss Denny believed his grace to be far beyond her station, and vowed to govern her heart. Between Judith's natural modesty and the ladies of the "ton" who were after Ashland's title, these two willful hearts were caught up in a reckless and whimsical game that could only by called love.