His Captive Lady — Anne Gracie

Fans of strong, rugged heroes won't be able to resist Devil Riders -- four brave soldiers back from war, forced to make their way in a new world. Now, Anne Gracie introduces Harry Morant, who -- despite his vow to never fall in love -- finds himself captivated by an elusive lady...

Harry Morant's tough, strong exterior hides a badly scarred heart. He's the natural son of an earl, and high-born ladies have only one use for him -- in the bedchamber. Now, after eight years at war, Harry's breeding racehorses and planning a practical, unemotional marriage. But when he buys a new estate, Harry's careful plans are threatened by an unexpected passion for -- of all things -- an earl's daughter.

Lady Helen Freymore, otherwise known as Nell, is not interested. A lifetime of lies has brought Nell to the brink of ruin. Trapped by poverty and scandal, she trusts no man; she has her own secret quest of the heart. Harry's pursuit of her, however, is relentless. Forced into a marriage she never sought, she soon finds herself powerfully drawn to this masterful but gentle soldier. But as Christmas draws near, Nell's secret past threatens to shatter their newfound happiness...