An unexpected proposal...
For the runaway heiress!
After escaping to avoid an arranged marriage, American heiress Madeline Macooish stows away on board a ship bound for England. She's rescued by Rees Dalton and spends the night in his cabin. Knowing her reputation is compromised, she accepts his offer of a temporary marriage. Drawn to his honest heart, Madeline begins to imagine wearing his ring for ever-until she learns her new husband has a secret identity!