At birth, Mick Trewlove, the illegitimate son of the duke, was handed over to a commoner. Despite his lowly upbringing, Mick has turned into a effective businessman, but all his prosperity hasn’t pleased his dependence on revenge against the person who still won’t acknowledge him. What else can Mick perform but destroy the duke’s legitimate son-and woo the heir’s betrothed into his own unloving arms .

Orphaned and sheltered, Lady Aslyn Hastings dreams about a bit of experience. With her intended often preoccupied, Aslyn finds herself drawn to a darkly handsome business owner who seems to understand her so well. Surely a lady of her train station should avoid Mick Trewlove. If only he weren’t therefore irresistible . . .

As secrets are about to end up being exposed, Mick must decide if his plan for vengeance will probably be worth risking what his center truly desires.