A New York Times Bestselling Author Giovanni Pietro d?Angelo selected his eldest daughter?s husband, and the marriage proved disastrous. He offers his second daughter, Francesca, more latitude in choosing a mate, but the arrogant beauty has no desire to marry. The Duke of Terreno Boscoso seeks a wife for his heir, Rafaello, and invites Francesca to meet him. Her father promises: If he does not suit, you may return. But when Rafaello chooses Francesca, her parents agree ? without her consent.