When Charlotte's father dies she believes herself to be destitute. But a Lawyer's letter reveals she is not only a part of the morland family, but wealthy and a countess in her own right. She is expected to make a great ...When Charlotte's father dies she believes herself to be destitute. But a Lawyer's letter reveals she is not only a part of the morland family, but wealthy and a countess in her own right. She is expected to make a great marriage, and with her vivacious cousin fanny at her side she is launched into her first season.