Debutante Lucia Dashing tries to curb her impulsive behavior and conform to society's dictums. Determined not to disappoint her ambitious father again, she's agreed to marry a man who will aid her father's career in Parliament. After all, her fiancé is a man she can tolerate, but his dominating mother gives her chills. When her twin brother John disappears, Lucia offers to help find him. Her father adamantly refuses, ordering her to concentrate on her wedding and not be foolish or reckless.

Alexander Scarston, Earl of Selbourne, spies for the English in France until his cover is blown. Temporarily on the sidelines, Alex accepts an assignment to make inquiries into the disappearance of John Dashing. This job proves to be challenging when John's sister tries to interfere. Lucia is the type of woman Alex gives a wide berth. Respectable and innocent are not to his liking, he prefers women with experience who demand nothing in return.

Refusing to be bullied by her father and Alex, Lucia searches London for her brother. Uncovering clues to his whereabouts, Lucia blackmails Alex into taking her to France. Their search leads to the exposure of a double agent and endangers their lives.

In her debut novel, Shana Galen provides thrills and adventure with a strong-willed lady and a disreputable rake. Action-packed with snappy dialogue, this romance is an exciting and fun romp.