Jill BragerTo escape the marriage her aunt has planned, Camille Sinclair accepts a mail-order bride proposal because it will bring her closer to her brother. Her groom, Seth Braden, is surprised to see her—because he didn't send for her, his best friend did. Though attracted to Camille, Seth doesn't want to marry.
Still, he feels responsible for her and agrees to look for her brother and protect her. Camille is attracted to Seth but feels that he could never love her since she's been told she is ugly and useless.
But the sparks fly nonetheless and eventually Seth asks Camille to marry him. She turns him down twice but finally agrees, on the condition that if either of them wants out, they can have it. They are in love with each other, but neither will admit it.
