Eloise Jackson is the only surviving member of her family after a series of hardships takes she has: family, home, and almost her life. Forced to leave the family farm, the young woman is taken in by the loving Cravits family. Her quick wit, natural charm, and strong work ethic give her a base on which to rebuild her life. As she seeks direction, she finds herself working as a governess for the wealthy mayor's two difficult children. Challenged at every angle, Eloise's resolve is put to the test. Just when she feels she's getting her life under control, she encounters a gang of outlaws whose dark plans threaten all of the progress she has made. As the only one who knows their secret, can Eloise find a way to stop them? Will she survive the encounter?