Once a river rat, Lady Simone Turnbridge's life changes dramatically when she's acknowledged as the duke's illegitimate daughter in his will. Made the ward of the current duke, she's endured endless tutors for years before making her bow to society. Having spent most of her childhood around brothels, Simone has no patience for society or the men. Simone plans an independent life filled to the brim with impetuous acts and adventure. There will not be a husband in her future, only lovers of her choosing. While escaping a fire, Simone gets her first taste of desire when she meets Tristan Townsend.

Tristan Townsend fled England and his drunken father's rage years ago. Receiving word that all the male members of his family are dead, Tristan returns home to accept the duties of his title. Lying in wait is his stepmother with her usual vicious behavior. Tristan welcomes the distraction Simone presents. Never before has he met a lady who brazenly admits her desire and her possible willingness for an affair. Simone is a definite temptation worth any scandal.

Intrigue interrupts their seduction and demands Tristan re- confront the "Lockwood curse." Drawn into this web of intrigue, Simone battles her recklessness and her inability to embrace love.

Ms. LaFoy gives readers an impetuous and headstrong heroine who meets her match with an equally dangerous hero. Plenty of action and drama with this perfect odd couple as the story builds to an exciting twist at the end.