When Rowena Oakton finds out the state of her debt, she knows she has to flee. If she doesn't run, she'll be owned by Hiram Beal for the rest of her life. That's not what she wants or deserves, so she goes to Colorado seeking refuge with Susannah and Lucas Jessup. The couple will help her get on her feet and make a new life. The problem is that Rowena has no idea part of the plan is for her to marry. With so many terrible experiences with bad men, why would she want to marry one?
Jeb Harbin was a Texas Ranger and is now the deputy sheriff in Pine Ridge, Colorado. Working with Lucas Jessup has helped Jeb grow and mature. He knows what he wants out of life and he knows he's missing an important ingredient. Love. Jeb Harbin wants to fall in love.
Jeb becomes Susannah's client and agrees to meet Rowena. He feels guilty right away that he can't tell her they've been set up. He wants to tell her the truth, but he doesn't want to lose a chance with the woman who is probably the perfect match for him.
Can Rowena find a way to trust again, even when she's been deceived by just about every man who has crossed her path? Can Jeb get the courage to reach out and make Rowena understand?