Tender Betrayer — Terri Herrington

"It's not over, not by a long shot. I want you back!" he shouted, eyes blazing.

The arrogance of the man! If Clint Jessup thought she'd run into his arms, he had some surprises coming. Eight months ago they were to have been married. He'd vanished without a trace. Now he was back, without explanation or excuse. Elise Cranston swore to keep her distance, never dreaming he would virtually kidnap her. It was for her own good, Clint insisted. Because of him she was in real danger. She was his prisoner and he demanded her trust. But how could she love him again without knowing the truth? Was he a criminal on the run? Or was he a man caught in perilous circumstances beyond his control?