Attending her stepfather's dinner, Augusta is surprised to find that all the guests are single men. She quickly realises that she is being offered to the highest bidder. Faced with few options, Augusta finds herself leaving her home with Mr Benjamin Rufus Blood, destined for a life in Australia. However, there is far more adventure to be encountered en route. With her maid by her side, Augusta has to rely on more than just her charm to face the unknown future.