Summary
Cheryl, a young countess, loses her mother early and is raised by a cold stepmother who constantly tells her she is unattractive. Believing herself to be unlovable, she attends a royal tea party dressed and made up poorly by her stepmother. There, she encounters the charming son of a duke, who sees past her appearance and shows her unexpected kindness. His attention helps her realize her own worth, leading to a journey of self-acceptance and the blossoming of a heartfelt romance.