A lost prince. A Southern belle. Fate draws them close while treachery threatens to destroy their love.

Nina Blanchard believes in Fate with a capital F, even when it demands something she’s not sure she wants to give. Except there’s no way around the fact she’s drawn to the surly, sexy restaurateur who wants only to be left alone and clearly needs her love to come alive once more.

When his wife died and his best friend betrayed him, Lucas Miró Porras retreated into a black gloom he has no intention of leaving. His restaurant satisfies his basic needs and the last thing he wants is a beautiful woman invading his space, luring him into another kind of desire.

Yet a knight, no matter how tarnished his reputation and honor, must answer the call of a damsel in distress. Against his will, Luc finds himself helplessly falling into smoky eyes, dueling with a sassy tongue, and lusting for a Southern enchanter. A dreamer who’s determined to get him into her bed and tear down the walls he’s built to protect his wounded heart. But how can he trust a woman once more? A woman who openly admits to scheming…and possible treachery.