Independent Evie seeks protection from ruthless St Vincent from "summary" of The Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas
Evie Jenner, a young woman of strong will and independent spirit, finds herself in a dire situation. With her family facing financial ruin, she knows she must find a way to secure her future. Desperate times call for desperate measures, and Evie decides to take a bold step by proposing a marriage of convenience to the notorious rake, Sebastian St. Vincent.
St. Vincent, known for his charm and ruthless ways, is taken aback by Evie's proposal. Despite his initial reluctance, he sees an opportunity to benefit from the arrangement. However, Evie is not like the other women he has encountered. She is resourceful, clever, and unwilling to be just another conquest for St. Vincent.
As they navigate the complexities of their unconventional marriage, Evie discovers a vulnerability in St. Vincent that he tries hard to conceal. She realizes that beneath his hardened exterior lies a man who is capable of tenderness and affection. St. Vincent, in turn, finds himself drawn to Evie's strength and resilience, realizing that she is not just a means to an end, but someone he has come to care for deeply.
Their relationship is tested by outside forces that threaten to tear them apart. Evie must rely on St. Vincent's protection, even as she maintains her independence and sense of self. St. Vincent, in turn, must confront his own demons and make a choice between his old ways and the love he has found with Evie.
In a world where reputation is everything and trust is a rare commodity, Evie and St. Vincent must find a way to navigate the treacherous waters of society and their own hearts. Together, they will discover that true strength lies not in independence or ruthlessness, but in the willingness to open one's heart to another.
