A widow rescued from kidnappers finds herself at the mercy of her seductive protector in this Regency romance from a New York Times-bestselling author.When the Earl of Merton suddenly finds himself playing the knight in shining armor to a damsel in distress, he knows his days as a notorious rake are numbered. But though the lady seems grateful for his assistance, she flees the scene without revealing her name. And though past scandals and present dangers threaten his pursuit of the mysterious lady, he knows she is to be his destiny.Praise for Stephanie Laurens"Laurens' writing shines." -Publishers Weekly"Stephanie Laurens' heroines are marvelous tributes to Georgette Heyer: feisty and strong." -Cathy Kelly, #1 Sunday Times-bestselling author of The Wedding Party"All I need is her name on the cover to make me pick up the book." -Linda Howard, New York Times-bestselling author of An Independent Wife
