Dreamspinner — Barbara Dawson Smith

THE HEART OF A SCOUNDREL...

Dark scandal haunted Kent Deverell, the moody and enigmatic Duke of Radcliffe. His young wife had met an untimely and tragic end, spawning rumors of foul play among the local gossip-mongers. But young Juliet Carleton was captivated by the searing heat of this mesmerizing stranger's passion--an irresistible fire that drew the impetuous debutante arid the mysterious lord to the wedding altar, in haste... and in secrecy.

Melting in the arms of the devilishly handsome Duke, Juliet found her golden dream of happiness fulfilled. But an ancient curse and blackest treachery threatened to shatter their rapturous union--forcing the headstrong, flame-haired beauty to fight for her lover... and her love.

Hero: Kent Deverell, Duke of Radcliffe
Heroine: Juliet Carleton