Seaside, England, 1886
Eva Caldwell is an accomplished and well-known photographer who often
works with the local constabulary to assist in documenting crime scenes,
which means she also often works alongside the handsome and charming
detective, Nathan Winston. She appreciates his intellect and how he
treats her like an equal, but Eva's heart is still healing from a past
relationship, so, for now, she decides to keep her feelings for Nathan a
secret.
One evening, Nathan arrives on her doorstep asking for a personal favor.
Would Eva be available to photograph his mother's legendary, week-long
dinner party and matchmaking event? The catch is that Eva would also
have to pretend they are courting in order for Nathan to avoid the many
single women seeking his attention.
Though wary of the charade, Eva agrees. Spending a week with the two
things she loves most--her detective and her camera--sounds simple
enough. And if she wants to imagine that Nathan's pretend courtship of
her is real, well, what's the harm in that?
But when a criminal from Nathan's past threatens revenge on the
detective, Nathan must be extra vigilant to keep his mother and the rest
of the partygoers safe. He confides in Eva, and as the two work together
to solve the mystery and apprehend the criminal, they find that they
might capture more than they expected--each other's heart.
