"Aurora Fortunas is an aspiring physician has refused every suitor for fear that a domineering man will crush her independence. Evander Mercurius is worldly, strong, and fearless. He finds himself forced to choose between the love of the beautiful healer and the temptation of political gain. As Mount Vesuvius's wrath rains down upon them, can they learn to compromise, find their inner strength, and save their newfound love before it's too late?" -- Adapted from back cover.