In early 1800s Britain, Jess Beauchene has spent the majority of her life in hiding and generally on the move in order to keep her past significantly behind her. But when she discovers the family she thought got died just might end up being alive and in danger, she knows her secrets can only just stay buried for such a long time. Derek Thornbury loves the past, which includes led him to become an expert in history and artifacts. He understands Jess hasn’t liked him, but when she requests his help deciphering the signs laid out within an old family diary, he can’t resist the urge to resolve the puzzle. As Jess and Derek race to find the hidden artifact before her family’s foes, they find out as very much about one another as they perform about days gone by. But can their search to uncover the truth and set background right lead to a future together?