Desiring a man and never being noticed as more than his best friend's little sister has Lady Ellie Trentbury finally consigning herself to the truth. She must move on, and preferably with a man who lives far away from her home in London, where she need never be reminded of the duke who stole her heart. An elopement with an honorable American shipping merchant sounds perfect.
The Duke of Ashten has no choice but to bound into his best friend's carriage when he discovers little Ellie is inside and intent on eloping with a man to Gretna Green, who she barely knows. He can't allow her to make such a terrible mistake, yet convincing her might mean giving in to his desire for the golden-eyed enchantress, who has followed him around since he was a lad.
Her pouty lips and bountiful charms can no longer be ignored. Only, convincing her of the truth of his intentions will mean jeopardizing both his sanity and a lifelong friendship, as well.
A fiercely loyal lady along with her brooding duke come head-to-head in a battle of wills! An unforgettable regency romance from The New York Times best-selling author Joanne Wadsworth.
