<p> One of the most notoriously eligible bachelors in Europe is finally ready to marry . . . </p> <p> For fiercely independent Grier Hadley, being the illegitimate daughter of one of London's most unsavory characters has only one advantage: an enormous, ill-gotten dowry. </p> <p> Prince Sevastian Maksimi knows where his duty lies: he must find a well-bred young lady?one with a considerable fortune to her name?wed her promptly, and get to the business of producing an heir. </p> <p> The last thing Grier needs is some unattainable <i>prince</i> curling her toes with his smoldering glances and wicked suggestions. As far as Sev is concerned, she lacks the breeding to become a princess. And yet one kiss from this arresting female is all it takes for him to realize that anyone else in his arms would be unthinkable . . . </p>