Things are heating up in Royal, Texas, in this prequel novella by USA TODAY bestselling author Janice Maynard...

Rory Fentress was the town bad boy who made good. Now a successful businessman and an honorary member of the elite Texas Cattleman's Club, he needs a permanent home in Royal, Texas, to run for state senate–and he's got his eye on the ranch run by his former lover.

Shannon Morrison ended her steamy affair with Rory, afraid he's only using her to get the ranch. But she'll never give up her family's hard–won legacy–even if Rory is more tempting than ever.

Rory knows what he wants, and he wants Shannon. He's determined to change her mind about their future–and the best place to do that is between the sheets....