Tender the Storm - Devereux, Bk 1 Author:Elizabeth Thornton A DARING FLIGHT — Zoë Deveraux is seventeen, though disguised as a schoolgirl, when she is spirited out of France by Rolphe Brockford, Marquess of Rivard. Posing as a Revolutionary, Rolphe is on a mission to rescue innocents from the bloody horrors of the guillotine. And rescue Zoë he does, though he hasn't a notion what... more » to do with her upon reaching London....
A SCANDALOUS UNION
Unwilling to abandon the waifish girl, Rolphe shocks polite society by taking her as his bride -- in name only. He soon realizes, however, that Zoë is more woman than child, and that she arouses in him a desire like no other....
AN UNCONQUERABLE LOVE
What began as a marriage of convenience quickly grows into something altogether different. But Rolphe and Zoë face countless challenges -- from political intrigue to their own pride, jealousy, and fiercely guarded secrets. Now, as the strife in Europe hits its peak, two stubborn hearts must make the ultimate alliance....« less
If you gotta use a precious book credit, this is the one to pick. I really loved this book. Fast paced, with danger and adventure, mystery and romance. This book has it all.