Samantha (Sam) Hunter is living two lives. When her fiancé is away on business, lonely Samantha despairs and absorbs herself in historical research. At night her dreams are so vivid, Samantha believes she's traveling to the 19th century. As she navigates the Victorian era rules of dos and even more don'ts, she charms Ulysses S Grant while struggling to maintain her present-day romance.
The plot traverses between the present and past as Samantha seeks purpose and proof of her extraordinary adventures. The time-travel story follows the life of Ulysses S. Grant; the dates, places, and events closely align with his real life.