Lady Selina Masters is firmly on the shelf. A childhood disease has left her with a bad leg that discouraged the gentlemen of the Ton from pursuing her. She's quite happy to visit her friends for a Christmas house party in Yorkshire. Mr. David Gray is a bit awed by his invitation to an Earl's house party. While everyone makes him feel comfortable, it's Lady Selina who he finds especially welcoming. And attractive. Can these two people find that respect and admiration lead to love?