Sara has longed to live in America, but being born of a single mother in London's working class, she had little hope for a better life–until she receives an invitation from a prestigious American family. Drawn to the possibility of a new beginning, she steps forward into the unknown.
Sara's benefactor is widower and philanthropist Christopher Lake. Though still reeling from the loss of his wife and their still-born son, he has dedicated himself to helping the less fortunate redefine their lives. Now he is faced with his late wife's final request: To provide Sara the means for a brighter future.
But when a local newspaper weaves tales of a romantic entanglement, Sara is struck by a stark reality: Caught in a whirlwind of debuts and dinner parties, she has fallen for the one man she could never deserve. How could a servant girl hope to bless such a noble man to happiness?