Louisa Shelby loves her carefree life until her father
commits suicide and leaves her penniless. As her friends
melt away, Louisa realizes how shallow her life has become.
Trying to find some way to make a living, Louisa recognizes
she has a talent for instilling in shy young ladies the
self-confidence they need to deal with the complexities of
society. The Dowager Viscountess hires Louisa to aid her
clumsy granddaughter, but fails to mention that her
grandson, who was blinded in an accident, also lives with
her. Louisa remembers the popular viscount as always being
the life of the party.
Simon, Lord Wade, accepts his limitations and prefers to
avoid society. After the accident, his friends gathered
uncomfortably around him. Now, only a very few of them
continue to visit. Simon loved his old life of endless
parties and fun, but he's overcome his self-pity. Now, he
just needs his family to accept his limitations and quit
treating him like a fragile piece of crystal. Regardless of
his grandmother's wishes, Simon will not allow Louisa to
help him.
Louisa watches Simon hide his emotions and entertain his
family, while not allowing anyone to get too close. Without
success, Simon tries to ignore the attraction that simmers
between him and Louisa. He rejects marriage, so Louisa must
change his mind or leave.
Ms. Callen writes with hope and care as Louisa challenges
Simon to overcome his disabilities and once again embrace
life's possibilities. This pleasing romance will tug at
heartstrings as Simon chooses the path he will take.
Louisa Shelby's carefree life of elegant balls and
beautiful frocks ended when her father died, leaving her
penniless. With no hope of securing a proper marriage, the
vivacious young miss accepts a position as a companion to
an elderly viscountess. But temptation in a most
unexpected guise awaits Louisa in the dowager's home...
Once, Simon Wade was London's most eligible bachelor and
most able seducer. But a tragic accident forced him into
seclusion, away from prying eyes and questions. He thought
he'd never again experience the tender touch of a
beautiful woman. But wshile he yearns to hold the
enchanting Louisa and taste the intoxicating nectar of her
kisss, he will accept no woman's pity.
Louisa never desired a man the way she burns for Simon.
And now her chance at happiness may rest in her ability to
convince the stubborn viscount that her passion is
real...and her love is true.
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