Standing on the cliffs above the sea, Evelyn Waye jumps, willing to end her life rather than marry the sadistic man her alcoholic father has chosen. Her mother's death drove her father to drink and he continued his decline ignoring the pain he's brought to Evelyn. She could tolerate the poverty but not the abuse. Her proposed marriage to a Russian prince who enjoys inflicting pain makes a future so bleak life becomes hopeless. However, Evelyn's suicide goes awry when a man rescues her from the sea.

Adam Westmore hides from his family as he mourns his wife's death. Unable to contain his grief, Adam lashes out at the pirates who attack their ship before it capsized from a storm. With intensity, he hunts the brigands believing their death will bring him peace of mind. Adam interrupts his pursuit when he saves a beautiful woman from drowning. For the first time since his wife's death, Adam's focus changes. Evelyn's anguish strikes a chord in his heart. His new goal is to keep her safe.

Evelyn believes in no one as Adam tries to gain her trust in slow increments. He makes progress until the prince and his allies track them down. In order to save Evelyn, Adam must join forces with his enemies to fulfill the vow he made to Evelyn.

Ms. Benedict spins a tender love story between two dispirited souls. Watching the lovers evolve and gain inner strength before they can commit to each other makes this an entertaining and touching story.