Diana Saxton loved the archaeology of west—in particular, Anasazi ruins. The past is much safer for her than the present day with its unpredictable, dishonorable men.

Tennessee (Ten) Blackthorn is ramrod for the Rocking M, a remote western ranch where Anasazi ruins have recently been discovered. He is a lean, hard man who learned to fight in some of the worst backwaters of the world. His new job is to protect the ruins and the delectable blond archaeologist who wants nothing to do with him. Ten has gentled his share of wild animals, but none have intrigued him as much as the elusive Diana with both passion and fear in her beautiful eyes…

Originally published February 1991 in Silhouette Desire #624 and October 1994 for MIRA Books.