Lady Lucy Calvert is the daughter of the Governor of Maryland and expected to behave a certain way and keep the image of perfect British Colonial Royalty. Even if most of the time her father is disappointed in her for doing things that other teenagers her age do. Because as Speaker for the King, image is everything for Lord Calvert, and raising the families status is important above all else. Even at the expense of this children's happiness. When an old childhood friend needs help Lucy throws everything aside even family honor to help. Even if it means ruining the family name, some things are life and death and more important. Especially when it comes to the crown.