New York Times bestselling author Bobbi Smith weaves a powerful tale of desire and greed, as a strong-willed beauty discovers a passion that burns hotter than the Arizona sun . . .HE VOWED TO PROTECT HER . . .As a child, Lorelei Spencer worshipped Rand McAllister—until she spied him in an embrace that proved he was an arrogant scoundrel. Seven years in St. Louis have transformed Lorelei into a confident young woman, eager to return to Arizona to run her late father's gold mine. Discovering that Rand is now her legal guardian is an unwelcome surprise—for the virile deputy marshal still fascinates her, his every kiss a promise that leaves her aching with need.AND TO POSSESS HERScarred by betrayal, Rand has no wish to get entangled with another woman. But he can't ignore his duty toward the maddeningly independent Lorelei, or his body's hungry response to hers. Now, drawn to her by fierce desire and a fragile sliver of trust, Rand must find a way to keep Lorelei safe from ruthless enemies—and claim her proud heart for his own . . .