Why would a happily divorced, independent businesswoman like Victoria Chandler agree to get married again? It's called desperation. To keep her lingerie boutiques from going bankrupt, Victoria's got to find a husband--and fast. But what kind of man would accept a marriage proposal that sounds more like a business proposition? Enter Kane Taggart...

Big, handsome, smart, rich--Kane is one fine catch who could have any woman he wants. But there's something about Victoria that leaves this silver-tongued rancher speechless with desire. He's tempted by her offer: one year of marriage, no strings attached. But when they seal the deal with a soul-searing kiss, Kane makes a deliciously indecent proposal of his own...