About the book: 2018 / The evil stepmother turned Helen Mountford's life into hell. Having ruined Helen's father and brought him to death, she threatens to sell the family estate of Houghton - the only refuge of a lonely, orphaned girl. The rich and all-powerful Max Vasilikos is ready to buy the estate, but Helen is going to defend her home to the last. Max is not used to retreating and is determined to break Helen's resistance. By cunning, he lures her to London for a luxurious charity ball. Suddenly, before his eyes, the awkward, dirty Helen turns into the queen of the ball. Max does not remain indifferent to her charms…