Lady Helen Richmond, the daughter of the exalted Earl of Charbeau, is more than resistant to the idea of marrying the man her father has selected for her, she's determined to make sure it never happens. To that end, she enlists the aid of Wade "Wicked" Warrick, a legendary rake. Once she is thoroughly ruined, she knows the engagement will be called off. How he became embroiled in the intrigue of a secret affair with an enchanting young miss is a mystery to him, but Wade blames his two notorious brothers for his licentious--and undeserved--reputation. But the fascination with the beauteous Helen is immediate and the idea of a night in her arms something he can't resist. In short, he just can't say no. However, a vindictive spurned woman bent on revenge puts them both in danger and a monumental scandal clouds the horizon...