At last--the book Jo Beverley fans have been waiting for! Here is the untold story of the most mysterious and seductive character in her bestselling series--the Marquess of Rothgar.... Praise for the Malloren novels..."Wickedly, wonderfully sensual and gloriously romantic."--Mary Balogh"[A] delicious...sensual delight."--Teresa Medeiros"A poignant tale of forbidden love."--Romantic Times"Hooks readers from start to finish."--Harriet Klausner"Superb....Truly enjoyable."--Old Book Barn Gazette"Electrifying...filled with humor, suspense, love, passion, and much more."--Gothic Journal"Intrigue, suspense, and passion fill the pages of this high powered, explosive drama."--Rendezvous