Can true love strike twice? And if so, at what cost? Falling in love fits neither of their plans….   Young Scottish widow Ailis Murray doesn’t believe in second love. Left wealthy by her beloved late husband, she seeks a society-defying life as a published artist that marrying again could ruin. Driven by greedy suitors to hide in the English village of Little Macclow, Lissie meets a charming ex-officer who makes her question her solitary choice. Does she dare to open her heart again? Intent on joining the Church, war-weary Charles Reynell doesn’t want the temptation of a beautiful woman he cannot support. Challenged by the local vicar to coax the widow out of seclusion, Charles involves her in the village’s well dressing festival. But his irresistible attraction to her makes him question his path and every belief that led to it. Is surrendering their dreams the price for a life together? When the past Lissie fled threatens again, will they lose even the chance to find out?