One night of passion. One life-changing consequence. One powerful man who never saw it coming.

When Hudson-Texas oil tycoon and ruthless political candidate-sets out to become the next governor, love is the last thing on his mind. Known as The Owner of Texas, he's used to winning, whether it's in business, politics, or the bedroom.

But everything changes during a campaign stop in a small town, where he meets her: a stunning, strong-willed orphan who challenges him in ways no one else ever dared. One night is all it takes to shake his world-and leave her with a secret that could derail his entire empire.

She wasn't supposed to matter. He wasn't supposed to fall. Now they're bound by a pregnancy neither of them expected and a desire neither of them can ignore.