Forced to marry a sadistic old man, Lady Lisetta believes her hopes of love are lost forever. Her husband, Lord Mortlock, needs an heir by any means—or man—necessary, and he orders his manservant, Vane Sawford, to accomplish the deed. Lisetta is drawn to Sawford's savage strength, and his tender caresses at night suggest he's more than he seems. Vane Sawford hides a secret. Loyal to another, he has secured Mortlock's trust and a position in his household. But his plans are threatened by the arrival of Mortlock's young wife, and he is torn between duty to his overlord and desire for her. When Lord Mortlock is betrayed and her home destroyed, Lisetta must submit to Sawford in order to survive. But with Mortlock's allies at large, she must sacrifice herself for the man she loves, knowing that in doing so, she risks losing that love forever.
Author
USA TODAY Bestselling Author Emily Royal is a mathematics geek who grew up in Sussex, England and has always had a passion for romance and bad boy heroes in need of redemption. Emily graduated from Oxford University with a Chemistry degree, but returned to her mathematical roots to work in financial services, while indulging in her dream of becoming a pilot, and enjoying a brief international sporting career. She now lives near the Highlands, with her Scottish husband, two daughters and menagerie of rescue pets including Twinkle, an attention-seeking boa constrictor. When not working on algebra, dreaming about her heroes, or keeping Twinkle from slithering over her keyboard, Emily enjoys painting, playing the piano and keeping her family well stocked with cake.
