Marie Sinclair, a rare beauty who grew up in the heart of the mysterious East, successfully justifies the trust of the British secret services. But, constantly taking risks, Marie finally decides to leave her dangerous occupation. However, it is the last thing that will become fatal for Marie: she falls madly in love with her colleague, the brilliant gentleman Major Bennett Prestwood. Over and over again, Bennett saves her from mortal danger, but why doesn’t he respond to Marie’s feelings? Perhaps he doesn’t love her. Or he simply forbids himself to think about love...