Crispin Flynn has been on a downward spiral ever since he lost the woman he loved and watched his brother forced into a life he never would have chosen.
Now she.
Gemma once had a passionate side, but has been hiding it ever since her much older husband died during the act of making love.
One night, deep in his cups, he places a dangerous bet that results in him being forced to marry Gemma, the Widow of the Earl of Laurelcross.
His response has been drinking and gambling his way to utter ruin.
Crispin Flynn has been on a downward spiral ever since he lost the woman he loved and watched his brother forced into a life he never would have chosen