Catherine Garrett has lived with the dark cloud of past mistakes looming over her head for too long. But after surviving a tragic accident, she finally has a chance to start her life over--alone. So when she comes face to face with a mouthwatering, blue-eyed Texas rancher, of course she's more than freaked out. She's speechless.

For years, Cooper Boyd has longed for a relationship that lasted longer than the night. Watching both his brothers marry, he can't shake the desire burning in his heart to find a love of his own. Leaving Temptation is his only option--until a mysterious brunette unexpectedly pulls him into her grasp. Their instant attraction is explosive, sensual and irresistible.But when Catherine's terrifying past catches up to her, the love they crave suddenly comes crashing down around them.