Winter Roses

Ivy Conley found out the hard way that her best friend's brother, Stuart York, was not one to mince words. During a night's stay at his Jacobsville ranch, Ivy wound up in Stuart's arms. The resulting fireworks singed them both -- and knowing she was too young, Stuart closed his heart to her. Now, years later, Ivy is determined she won't let Stuart treat her like a little girl anymore. Although still an innocent, Ivy knows she has to fight her own battles, but for some reason, Stuart is always fighting them for her . . . protecting her. What Ivy would prefer is the safety of Stuart's arms around her -- permanently.