A New York Times Bestselling Author Harriet Hathaway has only ever wanted one man: the Earl of Roxley. After a passionate interlude at a house party, she's convinced Roxley will propose. But back in London, she finds the roguish earl on the verge of proposing to another. Harriet refuses to believe that her hopes are lost ? she can see the desire in his eyes from across the dance floor. But the Earl of Roxley is in a dangerous fix ? and to keep Harriet safe, he must hold her at arm's length.