Married in scandal. Bound by love? Louisa Burcombe dreams of marrying for love. Until an unruly pheasant leaves her with a ripped dress in the presence of gruff Gabriel, Baron Farnham. Upon being discovered and threatened with social disgrace, Louisa must accept his reluctant proposal. If only her new husband was not so intent on brooding for eternity! After his late wife's betrayal and the slanderous rumours meant to destroy him, Gabriel keeps the world at arm's length. His new wife's warmth soon gets under his skin, but his past still casts a haunting shadow. Can Gabriel step into the light and show Louisa the man behind the scandal? Perfect for fans of: Marriage of convenience Grumpy/sunshine.