Books like Wild roses by Hannah Howell
Ella Carson lives in a remote Wyoming home under the watchful eye of a greedy relative who plots to seize her inheritance. When Harrigan Mahoney, a hired guard, threatens to drag her back to Philadelphia, Ella must realize that survival depends on convincing him to trust her. Seeking ways to protect herself, she considers seduction, only to discover that such tactics carry great danger. Amid danger and temptation, Ella learns that passion can be both a weapon and a vulnerability, leading her toward unforeseen love.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Hannah Howell
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