Krista's eyes are opened to the wider world around her. She sails to England in the company of her English teacher and a German aristocrat. She is frightened and unsure of her place in the world. What will become of her when she reaches England?

There are secrets revealed about Krista's life - secrets she knows nothing about. She has people who care what happens to her. But because of the happenings in the world they cannot become involved in her life.

It is decided that Krista should work in the London home of Captain Caulfield, as a companion and assistant to Lia Caulfield and her twin sons. Will she be able to find her place in this strange new world?