The one thing Esther Perry wants most is to marry and live happily ever after. But her mother dies, leaving her and her sister Lara orphans and bankrupt. Penniless and destitute, the girls have no choice but to accept an aunt’s offer and move to a new home.Their arrival at the Curtis House in Portland is met with mixed feelings. Lara is convinced the family is hiding something. Esther finds solace in music, developing an unexpected interest in wealthy Henry Vallencourt. Never mind that he’s engaged …
When Lara unexpectedly leaves, Esther’s life takes a dark turn. Can Esther prove to Henry she is the right girl before it’s too late? Or will she be parted from both him and her sister forever?