Books like Captive heart by Patti Beckman

JoNell, a woman with a troubled past, finds herself in a foreign land when she and her father are threatened by a wealthy South American playboy named Jorge Del Toro. The situation is further complicated when he offers her a marriage of convenience to save her father from financial ruin. Desperate to save her father, JoNell is forced to accept this marriage. However, JoNell is unprepared for the unexpected feelings that arise from this arranged union. As the days pass, JoNell begins to question the values of the playboy and the expectations placed on her by society. Her past experiences and her current situation start to come to light, revealing the depth of her feelings for him. The tension builds as JoNell and Jorge's relationship becomes more intense and they must navigate the challenges of their unconventional marriage.

First publish date: 1980