Famous in Paris, infamous in London, Verity Durant is as well-known for her mouthwatering cuisine as for her scandalous love life. But thats the least of the surprises awaiting her new employer when he arrives at the estate of Fairleigh Park following the unexpected death of his brother.To rising political star Stuart Somerset, Verity Durant is just a name and food is just food, until her first dish touches his lips. Only one other time had he felt such pure arousala dangerous night of passion with a stranger, who disappeared at dawn. Ten years is a long time to wait for the main course, but when Verity Durant arrives at his table, theres only one thing that will satisfy Stuarts appetite for more. But is his hunger for lust, revengeor that rarest of delicacies, love? For Veritys past has a secret that could devour them both even as they reach for the most delicious fruit of all.From the Paperback edition.