An unexpected proposal for the runaway heiress!After escaping to avoid an arranged marriage, American heiress Madeline Macooish stows away aboard a ship bound for England. She''s rescued by Rees Dalton and spends the night in his cabin. Knowing her reputation is compromised, she accepts Rees''s offer of a temporary marriage. Drawn to his honest heart, Madeline begins to imagine wearing his ring forever. Until she learns her new husband has a secret identity!From Harlequin Historical:Your romantic escape to the past.