Lady Brienne Morrow returns to her father's mansion only to discover that he has gambled it away. Penniless and alone, she is ready to admit defeat and face the new owner, American Avenel Slane. A pawn in Avenel's hidden plans for revenge, Brienne is now being held against her will. Unaware of what fate awaits her, Brienne is certain of only one thing--her love for the American. And as fear melts into trust, she will risk her very heart and soul for this man.