Vienna, 1892. At the height of belle epoque splendor, Anna Sacher has taken possession of her late husband's hotel, across the street from the famous opera house. At a time when controlling such a business was an opportunity afforded only to men, Anna is as vigilant as she is relentless. Now, under her ownership, the Hotel Sacher thrives amid the tumult of a changing continent. Through its lavish halls stride visitors from all walks of life, including some of the most glamorous figures of Viennese society---opera singers, princes, princesses---and the maids and manservants who wait on them. Some guests find romance. Some will unearth secrets. And some will discover much more than they expected...