A wonderful story of self discovery, social class, forgiveness and love. Dr. Oliver Somersby was introduced in previous story and is now helping Harry, the Duke of Ashton, in the Hope Clinic for the poor. He is the illegitimate son of Lord Trentwith who left his mother (a gypsy or Romani) with a broken heart. Lady Camilla Denby is a young beautiful widow, and a close friend of Harry's wife. Camilla still mourns the loss of her husband in the battle of Waterloo after 8 years. After meeting Oliver at a masquerade ball (they are both drawn to each other), she may be ready to take a chance again. But after their first disdainful face to face meeting, they unwittingly continue to cross paths. Oliver hides behind many masks - denying his Romani heritage as well as his illegitimacy which is the basis of his despising society. He also has a secret he feels he can share with no one. Camilla is drawn to him for his gentle and caring nature towards his patients, aside from being too handsome. But Oliver refuses to allow her to get close, choosing to keep his secrets and not allowing her to make her own choice. The author takes you on the journey of the prejudice of society and also those of Oliver who will never find peace until he comes to terns with who he truly is. He is the stumbling block with his refusal to leave his hatred behind and his unwillingness to forgive those who made mistakes. His stubbornness will lead him to a bitter lonely life and deprive him of not only his happiness, but also those whom he cares for. An enchanting story of the obstacles and adversities one must navigate to secure life's greatest treasure, Love!