JAKE--A Magnificent Dark Angel Ready to Fulfill All Her Fantasies... He spotted her standing across the casino, a temptress in a dress that said come and get me, and Jake Madison felt a primitive recognition that he must possess her! Nila Shepherd met his wickedly sensual gaze and trembled with excitement-she'd always wanted to take a walk on the wild side, and he sensed her unspoken desire. But did she dare, was she reckless enough to go with him? A Modern-Day Pirate Who Took Her by Storm Nila had never imagined she could be so wanton, or that a stranger could drive her wild. Shocked by her actions and already half in love, she ran for the safety of her small town, never imagining that Jake would pursue her... or that he'd vow never to let her go. He'd known only darkness for so long, he needed the light of her love to fight his ghosts-but could she risk giving her heart to a man who courted danger?