Scandal has always seemed to follow dark and enigmatic Kent Deverall, Duke of Radcliffe; and the tragic, mysterious death of his young wife only added fuel to the flames of gossip. But spirited and beautiful debutante, Juliet Carelton sees something in the Duke of Radcliffe's eyes - a dark intensity that calls to her impetuous nature. Defying her family, Juliet marries the Duke or Radcliffe...to discover rapturous heights of pleasure - and danger lurking around every bend... Can an ancient curse and vile treachery shatter their passionate union? Headstrong, flame-haired Juliet engages in the fight of her life - to find out if any foe is stronger than her love...