She always felt like an outsider. Emma Wallace, born and raised in the Scottish Highlands, never truly belonged. With an English mother and a heart torn between two worlds, the villagers kept their distance. When a clan member proposes marriage, Emma considers accepting, hoping to finally find acceptance—even if love isn't part of the bargain.

But just as she's about to decide her fate, a mysterious Englishman named Trevor Whitehall arrives in the village, searching for her mother. He's supposed to be a solicitor, yet his towering frame and warrior's build suggest a different story. Dangerous whispers surround him, tales of illegal fights and a troubled past. Emma's curiosity is ignited, and despite the risks, she is drawn to uncover his secrets.

Should she risk everything to discover the truth about Trevor and her own past? Or play it safe and live a life devoid of passion and answers? Emma stands at a crossroads, and her next move could change everything...