From Regency London to the wilds of Scotland, the bestselling author spins a tempestuous tale of secrets, surprises, and breathtaking passion.

She ran from a broken heart . . .

A pillar of decorum and decency, Harriet Sainthill suddenly finds herself the object of scandal when her cad of a fiancé jilts her. Ever practical, she accepts a position as a governess to a wealthy Scottish merchant, determined to escape London and the gossip of the ton. Her hopes for a quiet new life are dashed when she arrives at the dark, desolate castle in the wilds of Scotland and meets her mysterious new employer-a darkly handsome man Harriet finds both intimidating and intriguing . . .

 . . . Straight into the arms of love

Powerful, implacable and infuriatingly secretive, "Mr. Wainwright" is no Scottish merchant, but rather a runaway English lord. Once a rake who savored the indolent life of a reckless nobleman, Nathaniel Bennett must now protect three orphaned children and his own legacy from a conniving relative. And while the distraction of a sharp-tongued governess is the last thing he needs, he can think of little else but sweeping her into his arms . . . and off to his bed.

As danger and deceit ally them in a perilous adventure, Harriet will soon uncover Nathaniel's deepest secrets-and her own deepest desires.

"The sensuously detailed love scenes, undercurrent of danger and polished writing . . . will draw fans of Amanda Quick and Nicole Jordan." -Booklist on To Protect An Heiress