From the essence of desire … a king's baby!While exiled King Alix Saint Croix lies in wait to reclaim his throne, a mistress would provide a welcome distraction. Entering a Parisian perfume house to buy a fragrance for a current lover, he leaves with a powerful craving for another woman altogether—stunningly exotic perfumer Leila Verughese.The very smell of Alix awakens Leila's every nerve. If she's going to give her innocence to anyone, who better than a king? But it's an alchemy with life-changing repercussions …Leila's life spirals out of control, until she realizes her power—she's carrying a royal heir!Includes the bonus novella "Christmas at the Castello"�