Book excerpt: A rogue that cannot be ignored… Lady Annabelle Lindlow's belief in the magic of her rose quartz is unwavering—it is said to lead its possessor to true love. However, when the stone guides her to the notorious rake, the Duke of Rutland, she is certain it must be mistaken. Determined to find a more suitable match, she dismisses the possibility of love with a rogue. But as fate would have it, Annie repeatedly crosses paths with the duke, making her question whether the stone's magic is wiser than her own judgment. A lady too enticing to resist… Evan Colborne, the Duke of Rutland, is utterly captivated by Lady Annabelle Lindlow. Her striking beauty and quick-witted tongue make her unlike any woman he has ever met. Despite her resistance to his charms, a series of unforeseen events keep bringing them together. As their encounters grow more intimate, Annie finds herself drawn to Evan, and he vows to win her heart and never let her go. True love's ultimate test… Just as Lady Annabelle and the Duke of Rutland begin to embrace their burgeoning feelings, disaster strikes, threatening to tear them apart. With their love put to the ultimate test, they must decide if their bond is strong enough to overcome the odds. Will true love triumph, or is their match destined for heartbreak?