What should an old maid dream of? Of course, marriage! What should she do when she receives a marriage proposal letter—from one of the most enviable grooms in London high society? Of course, be delighted! But not at all does Eloise Bridgerton get delighted by Sir Philip Crane’s offer. To be honest, this mocking beauty is even planning to refuse Sir Philip—and she will refuse if “this audacious gentleman” doesn’t conquer her heart within the strictly set deadline!..