Humiliated by his family's indiscretions, Lucas, Lord Ashton—nicknamed "The Saint"—wants nothing more than to live a quiet life with the prim and proper bride of his choice. And if the innocent young lady in question gives him some decidedly devilish urges, he is determined to control himself—much to her dismay.

Lady Irisa Langley is at her wit's end. Much as she loves her exasperatingly perfect fiancé, she's starting to think it would be wrong of her to marry him. For Irisa has a secret that would shock even the world-weary denizens of the ton, and someone—who doesn't want her anywhere near Lucas—knows it.

Lucas never knew that he could desire more in a bride than impeccable manners and an unblemished pedigree. But even a scandal looms, a loyal little spitfire with heated kisses and silken skin is making him forget every rule of etiquette he's ever known.