"I promised solemnly that I would take care of you, Valerie," Malcolm said. "Promised! And I'm not old enough to be your father. And I can't look after a young lady like you unless I marry. So it's got to be marriage, Valerie." Valerie could hardly refuse him. Life with Malcolm had to be better than being a governess. He was dashing, charming and, most of all, convincing. But it didn't take long for Valerie to discover her new husband was a rake and a gambler. He was also unfaithful. Valerie knew it was only a matter of time before she'd lose him. And though she was sure she hated him, she began to wonder if she could live without him...