Imogen, the Dowager Duchess of Murrendale, is just coming out of the mourning period for the loss of her cruel husband. And she is determined never to be confined by another gentleman again. When a scandal erupts around her name, she flees to the countryside. She’s supposed to enjoy her freedom there, but instead she meets her fate. Colin, the Marquess of Sunningwood, must honor his new responsibilities and marry none other than his late brother’s intended. In an attempt to postpone the inevitable, he visits his cousin’s countryseat. Now he can never go back. Because a chance meeting with Imogen is all he needs to know where his heart belongs. But how can Imogen indulge in this passionate affair, when she discovers the man who charmed her is already betrothed—and a liar? She longed for freedom; he trapped her with his charm…