One day, an ocean wave carried a beautiful girl ashore. Justin Connor, who once preferred a life full of dangers and adventures in New Zealand to a ducal title and wealth, could hardly believe that fate had sent him such a wonderful gift. But the gift turned into a cruel mockery. Captivated by a passionate attraction to a young, extravagant beauty, Justin understands that he has no right to succumb to this feeling. He alone knows what she doesn’t even know about.