When a Sultan chooses an innocent young bride, he is surprised to find her seductively defiant in the USA Today–bestselling author's sexy romance novel. Chosen as the Sultan's bride, Samia has no option but to go ahead with the marriage. But, as her new husband slowly peels away her bejeweled wedding finery, she finds her inhibitions swept away. And soon she is consumed by unknown desires! Sadiq is surprised by his new bride's passionate nature. He chose her as a shy, biddable wife who will not make any demands on his time. Now he finds Samia to be anything but meek. Instead she's determined, demanding—and defiant!