Rake Beyond Redemption. Anne O'Brien

Reckless rogue or man of honour?Riding on a Sussex beach, Alexander Ellerdine fights through the waves to rescue a young lady trapped by the tide. He’s instantly captivated by her beautiful face and dauntless spirit – but as a smuggler with a tarnished reputation Zan has nothing to offer a woman such as her.Marie-Claude is determined to unravel the mystery of her brooding rescuer. His passionate kisses are as dangerous as his reputation. The integrity in his eyes indicates he’s a gentleman…but the secrets and rumours say that he’s a rake beyond redemption…