He was a penniless street urchin who, through sheer will
and courage, became a man of means. Yet wealth, charm and
good looks will not gain Amyas St. Ives entry into the
ton's inner circle. For that he needs a proper wellborn
bride -- not the enchanting miss who has lately stolen his
heart.
Amber also knows little of her past before she was taken
in
as ward of a respectable family. Though the gentleman is
courting her adoptive sister, Amber can feel his eyes
constantly on her. And when his lips meet hers, she is
nearly overcome with a desire to melt into his embrace.
But
the secrets that shadow their histories make a union
between them impossible -- unless they dare seek a truth
that could either destroy their dreams or finally sweep
away the barriers to their passion.