In a game of deceit, a stolen heart is the greatest prize.In the rough Highlands of Scotland, where survival often comes at the cost of honor,
Anne McKenzie walks a thin line. Forced into a life of deception to protect her younger brother, Anne's wit and charm are her only shield against the harsh realities of the world. She's determined to forge a path away from poverty and despair, even if it means conning those who come her way. But her carefully laid plans take an unexpected turn at a grand clan gathering, where Anne meets a stranger whose presence stirs something long dormant in her heart.
Finlay is a man of mystery, cloaked in secrecy, yet his eyes seem to see through her façade. As their fates entwine, Anne finds herself drawn into a dangerous game of hearts. Each encounter with Finlay blurs the lines between deception and truth, leading Anne down a path she never intended to walk.
Where every truth hides a lie, Anne must grapple with her growing feelings, knowing that love might be the most dangerous gamble of all.
Will the revelation of their true selves be the key to a future together, or will the weight of their deceptions tear them apart?
