The Willful Widow
The world called him a traitor--but her heart named him her own true love...

Few were the tears shed by Lady Aurelia Vernon when her brutal husband met his match in a duel. Returning to her father's estate, the young widow put her brief marriage behind her-and determined never to wed again.

Yet a lingering memory was rekindled upon meeting Lord Derek Belmore ... Her heart warmed to him years ago, when an act of his kindness helped the young Aurelia. Now her heart stirred anew at his gentle voice, his winsome gaze ... But rumors were running rampant: Lord Derek was a traitor to his country. Aurelia knew his sweet, searching kisses did not lie--and she would fight to the finish to prove he was an honorable gentleman.

Hero: Lord Derek Belmore
Heroine: Lady Aurelia Vernon