She didn't trust him in her youth, so how can she depend on him now?




Widowed a year, Ruby Roper must flee her Scotland home when she discovers her father-in-law plans to marry her off-and keep her only son. Running to her uncle finds her in an equally undesirable situation, surrounded by silent servants and mounting secrets. Very soon, it seems perhaps The Vynes isn't the safe haven Ruby had hoped. After all, the last time she set foot on the estate, she'd lost something dear. This time, she could lose something a great deal more precious...unless she's willing to put her trust in a man she's not seen in years.




"Short but packed a punch." Angela D




Distinguished Rogues Series

Book 1: Chills (Jack and Constance)

Book 2: Broken (Giles and Lillian)

Book 3: Charity (Oscar and Agatha)

Book 4: An Accidental Affair (Merrick and Arabella)

Book 5: Keepsake (Kit and Miranda)

Book 6: An Improper Proposal (Martin and Iris)

Book 7: Reason to Wed (Richard and Esme)

Book 8: The Trouble with Love (Everett and Whitney)

Book 9: Married by Moonlight (Gilbert and Anna)

Book 10: Lord of Sin (Julian and Portia)

Book 11: The Duke's Heart (Sinclair and Kitty)

Book 12: Romancing the Earl (Price and Lenore)

Book 13: One Enchanted Christmas (Otis and Margaret)

Book 14: Desire by Design (Alexander and Sylvia)

Book 15: His Perfect Bride (Harry and Ophelia)

Book 16: Pleasures of the Night (Teddy and Eugenia)

Book 17: Silver Bells (Hector and Ruby)




Note: This story was previously published in the Mistletoe and Mayhem anthology.