LESSONS IN LIFE Though marine hero Benjamin Graham doesn't know the first thing about ranching, his new job is the lifeline he desperately needs. Without the help of feisty cowgirl Emily Davis, though, he's lost—in more ways than one. But as their desire ignites, the hardened warrior turns away from the gorgeous girl. She might know every inch of her family's land, but Graham doesn't want her to share his pain. Even if the world is Emily's oyster, all she's ever wanted is the family land. And though rugged Graham seems like an unlikely trainee, he is taking her dreams of running the ranch more seriously than anyone else. As they grow closer during hot days – and nights – working the range, Emily starts to think that maybe the man is part of her dream...