Once a dazzling star of London high society, Lady Maulevriers life spiraled into turmoil after her husband, a man she married solely for his wealth, committed a shocking crime in India. Now, four decades later, she finds herself raising her two granddaughters, Mary and Lesbia. Favoring the stunning Lesbia, their relationship is strained at best. While Mary embarks on a journey to marry her true love, Lesbia steps into the London social scene under the guidance of her grandmothers devoted friend. Will Lesbia seize the opportunities that come her way to secure a match that pleases her grandmother? Can Mary find her own happiness at last? And what dark secret from Lord Maulevriers past continues to cast a shadow over their lives? - Summary by Stav Nisser.