The Headstrong Heart — Alana Clayton

A WOMAN OF SUBSTANCE

Elizabeth Leighton has just regained consciousness, only to learn that whoever assaulted her also murdered her dear stepmother Helen Northrup, Lady Garvey. Accused of the ghastly crime is Lord Roarke, the man she has quietly adored for so long. Convinced he was framed, Elizabeth turns to her extraordinary gift -- the ability to know the past, future, and thoughts of those around her through her drawings. But the sketches tell a disturbing tale...

A MAN OF HONOR

A man of honor, Roarke doesn't know how long he can tolerate the tantalizing presence of Elizabeth, once simply an agreeable companion, and now, the lady of his dreams. How can he declare his love when the ton suspects him of such an evil deed? He must clear his name if he ever wishes to propose to her. Now, with Roarke's desperate quest for justice and Elizabeth's stubborn pursuit of the truth, they will come together to capture a killer -- and each other's hearts...