Catriona Kincaid left the Highlands after her parents were murdered by English soldiers. Her brother packed her off to England and the safety of English relatives. Catriona has lived off their charity never forgetting her Scottish roots. Like her father before her, Catriona dreams of Scottish independence. When her uncle demands she marry and forget the Highlands, Catriona plots to marry a man she hasn't seen in years. He currently resides in debtors' prison, and Catriona believes for the right price he'll marry her and accept her conditions.

Once a naval hero, Sir Simon Wescot discovered he was unable to live up to the legend that grew around his feat. The famous deed occurred when Simon stumbled accidentally saving the life of his commander. Simon cut a wide path as a notorious libertine with no cares in the world. As the bastard child of a cold duke who despises him, Simon loves the irritation that his reputation causes the duke. Languishing in prison, Simon is astounded when Catriona arrives with a proposition.

Catriona adored and idolized the charming young naval officer she met years ago. She's followed his disreputable career believing he's worth saving. Catriona offers him her generous dowry if he takes her back to Scotland. The trip proves illuminating and love flickers between them. However, if not nourished, it will die leaving both of them bereft.

Favorite romance author Teresa Medeiros spins a memorable tale of girlhood dreams colliding with a man who believes he has nothing to offer. From the first page, readers will become engrossed in the characters and their struggles as their dreams crash down into reality.