Years ago, Whit Tanner had taken Melissa Jacobs into his bed – into his heart – only to have her marry his best friend. Now the pretty widow was struggling to raise her son alone. And Whit was bound by Tanner honor not to deny her request for help.... Melissa Jacobs had a son to think of, a future to protect. But once she saw Whit Tanner, surrendered to his tender touch, she found herself wanting it all, wishing for what could have been. Wondering if the rugged cowboy would ever love her again once he discovered the secret she kept....