A dark and troubled soul, Captain James Hawkins seeks freedom from his tortured past as the infamous pirate, Black Hawk. But when he meets a seductive beauty on the island of Jamaica, he finds a passion greater than any foray at sea.

Sassy, fierce and independent, Sophia Dawson knows her heart’s desire—and it’s the sexy brigand who tempts her with promises of pleasure. In his arms, she finds erotic delight and respite from duty as her mad father’s caretaker. But a storm lurks on the horizon as the couple’s heated affair attracts scorn from the islanders. Will James and Sophia weather the brutal tempest ... or will there be trouble in paradise?

Alexandra Benedict is a storyteller at heart. She works part-time in a museum, while penning passionate tales of historical romance. Both careers offer her an opportunity to gab about her favorite subject: history! An archaeology buff, she loves to travel and explore historic sites. She also enjoys collecting art and reading (of course!).