A young woman of 18th century England, born into upper class of London learns about love, lost and redemption. She has been love with a man beneath her station since she her youth. The two grew up together since they both were young. He owns his own ship merchanting business. She hopes to start a life with her beloved even though her father a Duke of high stature forbids it. He tries to separate the two lovers. Keeping them separated doesn't stop them and she gives up everything of the life of a high born lady to be with her true love. The are able to have the life they want but only for a short time. For tragedy strikes leaving the two lovers separated. For both believe the other one has died. Both try to pick up the pieces and try to live a life without the other. Not knowing the other is alive. Will they be able to find each other again?