Being a student again wasn't easy for Cathlin Roberts. The prospect of a new job as manager of a Texas research company was all the motivation she needed. But when she found that her law professor was none other than handsome, arrogant Gage Grant, it was almost enough to send her packing. Since the death of her husband, Cathlin had learned how to take care of herself the hard way. Now a teacher's teasing smile and sensual touch were letting her laugh and love again. But Gage was asking her to open a secret part of herself that she wasn't sure she wanted to share. This time, when she promised her heart, she wanted it to be forever. Was Gage willing to take the same chance?