Book #1

Anne Larchmont has never experienced a serious flirt, much less a real kiss. That's what becomes of being engaged since childhood, never mind that her intended died while scoundreling around. Now the betrothal has been handed down to his brother, the one off at war who cannot be bothered to even meet her? When a winter storm strands her away from home and brings a mysterious stranger her way, is it any wonder she grabs hold with both hands and lips? Edward, the newly minted Viscount Redford, returns to England having inherited unexpectedly. Not only his father's title, but also his brother's betrothed. Ed has no interest in marriage, and travels home for Christmas revelry slower than he should, never expecting an encounter with a stranger will make him yearn for a love everlasting. With that unwanted betrothal blocking his way, how can Ed hope to win the lass who's captured both his wits and heart?