Maeve O'Brien was once a member of a wealthy, respected family, but after her father was arrested and she realized her family's money was gone, she had no choice but to become a servant to earn a living. Despite her limited means and diminished status, Maeve's pride is intact. She knows that falling in love with Connor Raeburn, the new lord of Wild Wind Hall would ruin her reputation, and his, but as she begins spending more time with her childhood friend, the love she feels for him cannot be denied. If Connor chooses Maeve, he risks losing everything, but can he walk away from true love? Previously published. Sensual content. Approximately 28,000 words (100 pages). *** originally appeared in anthology Irish Eyes in 2002 under pen name Jill Henry