With her life mapped out since birth, Princess Evangelina Drakos – known for her dramatic flair – plans a scandal designed to deter her potential suitors.

Hired for Eva's security, bodyguard Makhail Nabatov never makes a mistake, but the impulsive princess pushes his resolve to the limits. It's not long, however, before the beautiful Eva entices him to leave his bonds of duty and honour behind.

Makhail knows he must deny his desire – for Eva is promised to another man. But when their chemistry reaches fever pitch, there is only one thing he can do...