The "irresistible" Mallory family returns with a new thrilling story by New York Times bestselling author Johanna Lindsey - a tale of two childhood enemies who became passionate lovers.

Heiress Julia Miller is thrilled that her lawyers have finally found a way to free her from the engagement contract with the son of the Earl of Manford, who abandoned her years ago. Now she is ready for a good marriage and hopes to find the ideal partner at her friend Georgina's ball.
Charmed by a masked Frenchman who gives her her first kiss, she can't help but chase after this mysterious man - until she makes a shocking discovery.
Now, to avoid falling into the trap of this ruthless nobleman, Julia finds herself entangled in a risky relationship with a man she never believed she could love.