Never let it be said that a Cynster male can't face up to the one unassailable truth: A successful marriage gives life its fullest meaning. So when wealthy, eligible Simon Cynster realizes that there is something -- or rather someone -- missing in his life, he seeks a passionate woman to become his bride.
Simon discreetly begins his search at a house party at Glossup Hall ... never expecting that the woman he is searching for is Portia Ashford,who immediately captures his interest. After sharing an unexpected kiss, they quickly begin to long for the moments they can spend in each other's arms.
But as they explore the depths of their passion, disaster strikes when a shocking crime is committed and it appears that the next victim will be Portia herself. Will Simon's considerable strength and influence be enough to protect her -- his once and always perfect lover ... ?
