The Marriage Contract (Marriage #3)

He was a man exiled from society--handsome, unpredictable, and proud. Dark rumors surrounded his name. But Anne Barnett had signed a marriage contract binding her to Aidan Black, the Earl of Tiebauld. And although she'd never met him, she's determined to keep her word and make theirs a marriage in truth. Because a well-bred lady with little fortune to recommend her has no choice.

From the moment she arrived, Anne fell in love with Kelwin Castle and its roguishly handsome laird. By day, he instills a fierce loyalty in his people with his masterful ways... and by night, he tempts Anne to surrender her innocence to him. But while he is willing to offer her his body, Aidan refuses to give Anne his heart... making her wonder what prevents him from truly claiming her as his wife. Rated '3/5 - Open door' for steam/spice/heat level.