Amanda Browning began writing romances when she left her job at the library and wondered what to do next. She remembered a colleague once told her to write a romance, and went for it. What is left of her spare time is spent doing gardening and counted cross-stitch, and she really enjoys the designs based on the works of Marty Bell. Amanda is happily single and lives in the old family home on the borders of Essex, England.

Joel Kendrick is the sexiest man Kathryn has ever met-even though she knows he isn't interested in a permanent relationship. But never one to refuse a challenge, when Joel flirts with her she flirts back!
Only, flirting turns into a genuine desire on Joel's part-and true love on Kathryn's. Embarking on a passionate affair, Kathryn conceals her feelings, knowing Joel doesn't believe in love. Then suddenly, to her amazement, her bachelor playboy proposes....