With the death of her beloved father, Meghan Moresworth's sheltered life collapses into hell, when she is forced into marriage and abuse. She finally escapes to find safety and unexpected passion in the arms of Galen Thorne. She grows to love the man who thinks she’s a runaway servant and fears her deep, dark secrets will destroy them both.

Galen never expected to discover that the little waif he rescued would turn into a woman who could tempt him to the breaking point...and steal his heart. When the secrets of Meghan’s past are revealed, will Galen keep her as his own, or is she destined for the gallows?