They were destined to meet, but they never expected to fall in love...His tormented soulKenneth McInnish, a guardsman for the powerful Gunn Clan, is not prepared for the tender devotion from the lass his clan steals from the king. Tricked into marrying her, he makes the best of it. But it's her kisses that win him over to the fact that he might enjoy being married. Beneath Kenneth's wounded heart lies a protector. But Elisa is more than capable of taking care of herself. The only place he's sure of himself is at night when he shares the most passionate experiences of his life.Her giving natureElisa always thought she'd marry the ruthless warrior who abducted her. When she finds out the truth behind her abduction and is mercifully rescued, she is forced to wed for her protection. She chooses a warrior whose soul needs saving the most. Everything she does to aid Kenneth goes awry and puts him in a worse position. Faced with the possibility of endangering his clan, she risks her own peril to save him.Their dangerous encounterWhen Kenneth learns of the trickery which caused him to marry Elisa and forces him to confront his demons, he's not sure how to proceed. She's everything he never knew he could have. As they aid those around them, can they save each other and find the love they both need and desire?