London's elite won't let an outsider steal their Duke.

Lissie Duncan is a determined Scottish lass on a mission. With her family's future at stake, she arrives in London to secure a wealthy husband, turning love into a matter of survival.

Facing snide remarks from her own cousin about her Highland looks, Lissie braves her first ball, where she can't help but notice the breathtaking William Rothingham, the Duke of Iverst. But with every woman vying for his attention, she decides he's out of reach—she's here to save her family, not chase impossible dreams.

Yet, when Lissie ignores him, the Duke is captivated. No woman has ever turned away from him, and he is determined to learn more about the mysterious Scottish beauty.

As jealousy ignites among London's women, rumors threaten to ruin Lissie's reputation. Will she withstand the trials of high society and win the Duke's heart, or will she become just another casualty of envy and ambition?

The stakes are high, and hearts are on the line. Can Lissie find love amid the treachery, or will her quest end in heartbreak?