Torn Asunder — Celeste Hamilton

Alexa Thorpe had always believed Tyler Duncan would make something of himself -- just as she'd believed twelve years was enough time to forgive and forget his bitter betrayal of their young love.

Now Ty had come home to Alabama, and the young rebel from the wrong side of the tracks was a wealthy, self-assured businessman with plans to purchase the old Thorpe mill. Family loyalty demanded Alexa leave the past buried. Common sense suggested she protect her battered heart. But the blatant need in Ty's quicksilver eyes asked for so much more....