Edmund, a second son, has been thrust into the role of heir, governing the Greystoke estates; not by his choice—but by his elder brother's dereliction. Now he is in trouble with no feasible way out. How could he let a woman drive him to the brink of ruin? Now she is back, waving her husband's noble title like a flag.

Joyanna ran from her lover and her shame three years ago. She has come back as a wealthy widow hoping to repair the damage, and her heart. The only man she has every loved—will ever love—wants nothing to do with her. Will the truth change his mind?

As Edmund and Joyanna battle each other, they cannot deny their love is as strong as ever. But they must join forces to fight a man who threatens their very existence. Only the truth will save them both.