Description
Lilah Holcutt is a woman of propriety, dedicated to upholding societal expectations in a world that prides itself on decorum. Her steadfastness, however, meets its match in the form of Constantine Moreland, a dashing rogue whose charm is as dangerous as it is captivating. The moment their paths cross, it's clear that Lilah feels an immediate aversion to his carefree and reckless nature. She is determined to maintain her distance from him, convinced that his lifestyle is far too inappropriate for her structured existence.
Constantine, on the other hand, finds Lilah's prim demeanor intriguing. He perceives her as a challenge—a puzzle to be unraveled. With his devil-may-care attitude, he becomes fixated on winning her over, constantly pushing her boundaries while she strives to remain unscathed. Their interactions are electric, punctuated by witty banter and undeniable tension that neither can ignore.
As circumstances conspire to thrust them into closer quarters, Lilah must confront her deeply ingrained beliefs about love and attraction. The more she gets to know Constantine, the harder it becomes for her to resist his wicked charm. Secrets from his past slowly unveil themselves, revealing layers of complexity beneath his roguish facade that stir something unexpected in her heart.
In a tale marked by passion and self-discovery, Lilah grapples with her feelings as the stakes rise. Will she surrender to the allure of a man who represents everything she has been taught to avoid, or will she stand firm in her convictions? This conflict between desire and duty weaves a tantalizing narrative that challenges the essence of societal norms and the true nature of love.
Constantine, on the other hand, finds Lilah's prim demeanor intriguing. He perceives her as a challenge—a puzzle to be unraveled. With his devil-may-care attitude, he becomes fixated on winning her over, constantly pushing her boundaries while she strives to remain unscathed. Their interactions are electric, punctuated by witty banter and undeniable tension that neither can ignore.
As circumstances conspire to thrust them into closer quarters, Lilah must confront her deeply ingrained beliefs about love and attraction. The more she gets to know Constantine, the harder it becomes for her to resist his wicked charm. Secrets from his past slowly unveil themselves, revealing layers of complexity beneath his roguish facade that stir something unexpected in her heart.
In a tale marked by passion and self-discovery, Lilah grapples with her feelings as the stakes rise. Will she surrender to the allure of a man who represents everything she has been taught to avoid, or will she stand firm in her convictions? This conflict between desire and duty weaves a tantalizing narrative that challenges the essence of societal norms and the true nature of love.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
473 pages
Language
English
Published
Mar 27, 2018
Publisher
HQN
Editions
2 editions
ISBN-10
0373804059
ISBN-13
9780373804054