As the daughter of a famous actress, Verity Travers is the last woman one would suspect of being a private investigator. After nearly losing everything on a case, she retires to a quiet life. But when she and her friend are victims of a robbery, Verity is drawn back into the world of crime-solving. Complicating matters is the dashing Bow Street Runner Nathaniel Denning, whose interference both frustrates and captivates her as they chase a cunning criminal—and their growing attraction.