When Sir Thomas Capley inherits a fortune from his great-uncle, he returns to Wintham determined to restore the family seat to its former glory. In somewhat unusual circumstances, he meets the proud and beautiful heiress, Miss Helena Steer. She, however, has decided never to marry, and instead devotes herself to her widowed father. Helena is fiercely independent and finds Sir Thomas Capley's arrogant and determined advances very challenging. However, aided by Thomas's mischievous grandmother, the couple fall in love. There are many dangerous adventures for both of them, but will Helena find happiness with the passionate Sir Thomas?
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