A Tempting Magic — Judith Yates

When Boston restaurant critic Cate Anton tries out John Scalia's new continental eatery, her judgment is quickly compromised. Though she's left her family's traditional values--and possessive men--behind, she's overwhelmed by John's dark good looks and beguiling honesty.

Immediately her Italian family hears wedding bells, but Cate sounds the alarm. While John is thoroughly charming and thrillingly male, he's also forceful and demanding--a domineering husband-in-the-making. Nevertheless, his warmth and sensitivity magically claim her senses and stir her deepest desires, forcing Cate to question her fierce independence...