Vespera Everett traveled to the sun-drenched citadel of Chandrapur for a fresh start, but she never expected to be at the mercy of a man as unyielding as Archer Cavendish. As the new governess, Vespera must navigate the rigid protocols of the Maharajah's court. But Archer is a sovereign who demands absolute obedience, and Vespera's defiant spirit quickly puts her at odds with his iron rule. Between the sweltering tropical heat and the tightening cords of her corset, the tension between them reaches a breaking point. When Vespera crosses a line, the Maharajah decides that a lesson in royal prerogative is required - one delivered with firm, raw dominance.