Their marriage bargain is just what the doctor ordered... Former surgeon and self-professed life-long bachelor Evan Manning has one thing on his mind-to reclaim the career that a car accident stole from him. But when he's forced to return to his hometown of Red River, Evan comes face-to-face with the gorgeous woman who's haunted his dreams for the last year-the woman he rescued from the burning car that injured his hand. Now Evan needs her help. In a month, he'll have the job opportunity of a lifetime...he just needs a wife to get it. Artist Grace Matheson is down on her luck again...until she walks into Evan Manning's office. When her sexy former hero hears that she needs work, he offers her a job and a home-if she'll pretend she's his fiancee. Grace knows she shouldn't fall for him. Once the month is up, Evan will be back to his old life. But the more time they spend together, the more real their feelings become-and the more likely heartbreak is."