How does a rule-abiding, accomplished woman fall for a rebel college dropout? It's something rare-books curator Penelope Bigelow is still trying to figure out! Regardless of what logic she tries to use, the proof remains that when celebrity chef Nicholas Rheinhardt is around, her composure takes a vacation. With all the reunion festivities, it's hard to avoid him...especially since he needs her expertise in antiquities for an upcoming episode of his cable travel show.

Too bad the past isn't what Penelope's focusing on when she's with Nick. There's more to him than his infamous reputation--and that intrigues her. Penelope isn't looking for perfection...even though Nick's coming very close!