A classic tale of sensuous secrets and unanticipated passion, from the extraordinary New York Times bestselling author The toast of the town ... All London is at Julia Wentworths feet—and anything she desires is hers for the asking. But the glamorous leading lady guards a shocking secret: a mystery husband whom she does not know, dares not mention ... and cannot love. For years Damon Savage has been searching for the stranger his parents wed him to without his consent, hoping to legally free himself from matrimonys invisible chains. And he is astonished to discover his bride is none other than the exquisite lady hed hoped to make his mistress! But though his wife by law, Julia will never truly be Damons—until he conquers her fears, his formidable rivals ... and her proud, passionate, and independent heart.