nIn this Western historical romance set in 1800s Texas, a preachers daughter reluctantly agrees to marry a wealthy playboy . . . even if it means risking her heart. n nThe moment Lauren Holbrook walked into the Texas mansion, she knew shed been tricked. Instead of asking her to become a secretary, wealthy matriarch Olivia Lockett proposes a scandalous offer: to marry Jared Lockett, her rebellious son and heir to the dynasty, in name only. n n Lauren cant know Olivias real motive, but shes achingly aware of her feelings for Jared. Now, in spite of terrible risks, she has to trust her reckless husband. She has strong feelings for him . . . but are they strong enough? n n