Step into a world of sophistication and glamour, where sinfully seductive heroes await you in luxurious international locations. Wedded and bedded by the Italian Count Count Francesco da Luca isn't used to being made a fool of. When his wilful bride fled the marriage bed, he vowed she'd pay the debt owing him – a wedding night! But Alicia Cross is no longer the trembling, naïve innocent he married – and she won't be pushed around by the masterful Count. His runaway bride is proving to be more of a challenge than Francesco anticipated – until he discovers she's still a virgin. The wedding night he wanted is his for the taking!