Impatient to find his bride-to-be yet appalled by the damsels of the ton Charles St Austell seeks refuge in his castle
- & discovers Lady Penelope Selborne walking the deserted corridors at midnight. Years ago theyd consummated their youthful passion one unforgettable afternoon. While the ardent interlude still haunts Charles Penny vowed never again to be seduced by the dashing earl. But resisting a stronger battle-hardened Charles proves difficult & when a traitorous intrigue threatens them both Penny discovers that her first love is her fated champion & protector
- & will not rest until he has made her his own...