Stunning, poised, and devastatingly beautiful , Lilly Samson is forced to flee from her cold and manipulating father, who is demanding that she marry a man she does not love. Refusing to accept her fate, Lilly escapes and vows never to look back. Wealth, status, and comfort would all soon be just a memory. Along her journey, Lilly meets a kind and gentle old woman who takes her to the Fairfax manor to seek employment as a maid. Although out of place, Lilly is determined to make a fresh start and won’t let anything hinder her happiness. Alfred Fairfax, the town’s most eligible bachelor, is down on his luck in love. He has closed his heart off to the world, and his only focus is on business until he sees the beautiful, fiery-haired maid, who enchants him with her every move. He knows she’s young and innocent, but her beauty is captivating, and he has feelings for her he never thought he was capable of. Unable to free himself from the hold she possesses, he forges a manipulative agreement that forces Lilly to choose. Will she become his mistress or his wife ? Alfred struggles with his feelings for Lilly , and Lilly must find it in her heart not to give up on love and trust the man willing to give her the happiness she deserves .
