The Silver Lion — Lynn Kerstan

The daughter of scandal, Helena Pryce, lives life on the fringes of society, where she tirelessly fights for social reform. Derek Leighton, Earl of Varden, is perfectly ensconced the world of privilege--until his quest for adventure nearly destroys him. Tormented by his failures and thwarted in love, he takes refuge in a rundown castle to lick his wounds--and plot his revenge...

When a corrupt politician threatens England's security, Helena storms Varden's castle to convince him to use his experience and connections to thwart the man. Her passion unleashes both of their wildest desires, drawing them together in unbridled pleasure--just as danger threatens to tear them apart...