Anne Tarkington has just begun to settle into her position as headmistress of the San Rafael School of Primary Learning. With much to do to get the school ready, marriage is the last thing on her mind. James Mobrey, a new resident of Napa, California feels led to adopt two children from the school, but Anne has lost her heart to them. Meanwhile, Liberty Bannister, James’ neighbor, shoot a robber and ends up being hunted down by his accomplice. Romance, intrigue, and a murder to solve makes this a must read for Liberty’s fans.