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In 1750 Cluaran Dale, Scotland, young Marta’s father suddenly dies. An unmarried lass with no living relative must hand over her worldly goods to the Baron of Sherster’s steward. Now she must find a way to survive in the unforgiving world ruled by men. She seeks work at Gracewell, the baron’s mansion. The baron, Colin Wentworth, is a recently retired general and new to a title and lands and knows nothing about managing an estate. Marta becomes a target for the corrupt steward, Samuel Dewey as she gathers the manor staff and nearby villagers to help transform the baron's failing estate. Marta’s help is key, but Colin needs his half-brother, Duncan at his side as always. The brothers together gained fame and enemies in past wars. Duncan can’t help but fall in love with his brother’s sweet maid. The romance struggles to grow between the battle-weary soldier and the innocent village maiden. Marta finds her courage when someone stalks the baron and his people- especially Marta. Duncan struggles to keep her safe, and Marta eventually finds a life and love she thought could never be hers.