"Rejected by the man she thought she'd marry, Evangeline Sinclair won't be fooled again. Instead, she's cultivating her reputation -- as an indomitable shrew! When James, the new Earl of Penford, left Evie, it was because he knew he couldn't give her the life she deserved. Now, returning after a traumatic experience abroad, he's even less the man she needs. But when Evie's defiance lands her in trouble with the law, the only way to protect her is marriage -- if he can tame the stubborn miss into being his countess!"--Back cover.