Cat Sebastian returns to Georgian London with a stunning tale of a reluctant criminal and the thief who cannot help but love her.Marian Hayes, the Duchess of Clare, just shot her husband. Of course, the evil, murderous man deserved what was coming to him, but now she must flee to the countryside. Unfortunately, the only person she can ask for help is the charismatic criminal who is blackmailing herand who she may have left tied up a few hours beforeA highwayman, con artist, and all-around cheerful villain, Rob Brooks is no stranger to the wrong side of the law or the right side of anybodys bed. He never meant to fall for the woman whose secrets he promised to keep for the low price of five hundred pounds, but how could he resist someone who led him on a merry chase all over London, left him tied up in a seedy inn, and then arrived covered in her husbands blood and in desperate need of his help?As they flee across the countrystopping to pick pockets, drink to excess, and rescue invalid catsthey discover more true joy and peace than either has felt in ages. But when the truth of Robs past catches up to him, they must decide if they are willing to reshape their lives in order to forge a future together.