The Gallows Bride

Despite the passion that simmers between them, Jemima knows that until the past is laid to rest, she cannot have a future with Peter, no matter how wonderful it is to be in his arms again. Will this gallows bride, ever be able to find future happiness with the man she loves? Desperate to keep her safe, Peter refuses stand back and allow her to leave him again, but is unable to persuade her to listen to reason and accept his hand in marriage. Determined not give her up without a fight, Peter has to follow his heart and, against his better judgement, agrees to escort her on a daring journey to Padstow, directly under the nose of the smuggler who wants her dead. But are either of them prepared for the final confrontation with Scraggan, and the shocking truths that are revealed? Follow Jemima and Peter as they struggle to find the truth within a complex web of lies and shocking revelations that will change both of their lives - and will ultimately send someone to the gallows.