Something strange is happening... Unlike most men he knows, Gregory Bridgerton believes in true love. He is convinced that when he meets the woman of his dreams, he will know it deep within his heart beyond any doubt. And that is exactly what happened. Only… she was not the woman of his dreams!

In fact, the dazzling Miss Hermione Watson is in love with someone else. However, her best friend, the ever-practical and resourceful Lady Lucinda Abernathy, wants to save Hermione from a disastrous relationship and therefore offers to help Gregory win her over.

But along the way, it is Lucy who ultimately falls in love with him. Gregory! Lucy is engaged! And her uncle is not going to allow her to break off her engagement, even when Gregory realizes that she is the woman who makes his heart sing.

And now, as the wedding ceremony approaches, Gregory intends to risk everything so that he can be the one man standing beside her, in front of the altar...