A woman's secret affair with an irresistible millionaire becomes an all-consuming scandal in this scorching-hot romance. Having barely survived past scandals, beautiful but fiery Avery Crawford likes to keep her personal life to herself. So it's no wonder she's determined not to let anyone know about her affair with handsome millionaire, Jonas Mercer. Yet not only does Jonas desire that their relationship go public, he's determined to claim Avery as his bride! What Jonas doesn't bargain for is more scandal. For when Avery's secrets are revealed, they come at a cost that even Jonas can't afford . . .