Sarah Hamilton, who grew up in prim Philadelphia, at first glance considered London high society outrageously scandalous and expected the most unpleasant surprises. But to find Duke James Alvord naked in her own bed and find out that now she must marry the titular madman - this is too much! However, James - perhaps precisely at that moment when the indignant Sarah fought him off with pillows - realized that he had met the love of his life, and intended to get married... no matter whether Sarah wanted it or not!