Renegade Hearts — Carolyn Chase

THIRTEEN COLONIES: Thirteen novels of sensual romance and breathtaking adventure about the men and women whose pioneering spirit forged this great American nation.

BLAZE OF PASSION

Alone and unprotected, beautiful Elizabeth Greening was forced to rely on her wits and courage to protect her Georgia plantation from hostile Indians and Spanish marauders. No man had ever touched her heart -- until Clement Grey, an aristocratic newcomer from Charles Town, entered her life. He soon proved as expert at in flaming Elizabeth's senses and possessing her silken body as he was at conquering the dangers of the wilderness.

But though she was unable to resist Grey's fiery caresses, Elizabeth feared that he planned to steal the land she'd fought so hard to keep. Was he traitor or hero, lover or cold-blooded schemer? Nothing had prepared her for the challenge presented by this powerful, enigmatic man who filled her with molten desire even as he threatened to destroy her dreams....