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Petite, copper-haired Hettie Redfern tends the stables of Lord Melton's English estate. A traumatic relationship early in life left her emotionally scarred. She'll be the first to admit she finds horses and dogs more trustworthy than men. Hettie isn't looking for romance, and she isn't looking for love. Alexander Melton, the middle brother of the three sons of Lord Melton, returns to his home after serving in Afghanistan. Years ago Alexander watched his father descend into bitter drunkenness after his mother's affair. Like Hettie, his experience left him with a deep distrust of commitment. For the rugged, handsome young man, women are a convenient pleasure, to be used and forgotten, but there is something about Hettie that capitvates him. Two strong-willed, damaged people, both harbouring dark secrets, are about to ignite a firestorm of passion as they navigate their deep-seated mistrust. The two feel a strong attraction completely at odds with their twisted views on love and 'forever after'. As their feelings grow, Hettie and Alexander become ever more conflicted. Unless they confront and overcome their inner demons, they are going to miss out. Will they submit to the powerful attraction, or will their fight it out until the very last breath?
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