Every Step He Takes

When a wealthy debutante gets caught in a compromising position with a charming soldier, only a fake engagement can save their reputations!


The only way that heiress Honey Dumasse will get out from under her father’s oppressive thumb is a proposal from the town’s most eligible, and wealthy, bachelor. But when her shoe gets stuck in the pavement on the way inside the ball, a handsome soldier comes to her rescue. Too bad his good deed causes a rip in her dress and leaves them both in a compromising position.


An injury forced Private Mark Ortega out of his dream career of serving his country in the Army. Now he sets his sights on opening a recruitment center for others to achieve that honor. A wealthy businessman holds the lease to the perfect location for the center. Unfortunately, when Mark is caught with the man’s daughter in a delicate situation, the deal is off.


With both their futures on the line, Honey proposes that she and the handsome soldier pretend to be in love. She’s certain her plan will unsuly her reputation and put Mark in front of potential donors for his cause. She just has to be sure and not forget the feelings between them are made up. Somewhere between learning which fork to use and how to waltz, Mark begins to find the beautiful debutante becomes less of a chore and more of a choice. 


Falling into each other may have ruined their plans. But falling for each other could alter their course…and their hearts.


Find out if love can truly heal all wounds in this light-hearted, sweet romance of convenient arrangements that unfold into lasting love. “Ever Step He Takes“ is the eight in a continuing series of marriage of convenience tales featuring Wounded Warriors who are healed with the power of love.



This book was formerly titled The Soldier and the Socialite.