After years in hiding to protect his family, Gabriel Wendover, Marquess of Hesketh, is forced to return home to thwart a plot against him. Upon his arrival, he is shocked to find out his family has hired Polonaise Hunt, the love he thought he left behind, to paint the family's portraits. He's not sure if Polly planned this, but he is sure she has placed herself right into harm's way… Despite their mutual passion, Gabriel and Polly must keep each other at arm's length. Not only propriety applies now, but Gabriel knows it's the only way to keep Polly safe.