After marrying solely for convenience and to produce an heir, Crown Prince Amadeo doesn't expect to find such passion on his wedding night. He senses there's more to shy Elsbeth than she reveals, but self-controlled Amadeo cannot allow emotion to distract him from his duty... Elsbeth is prepared for a loveless union -- anything's better than the cruelty she left behind. She's unprepared for the growing anticipation of being in Amadeo's arms... But when her husband always follows the rules, can she convince him to break them...for her?-- Back cover.