A garden party was not the place for a war. Fen knew that, right down to her bones. Mother had taught her to behave over a lifetime of beatings, harassment and abuse, all endured in silence. Apparently, though, Briar didn't know that. Insulting Mother's prize ornamental rose garden in the middle of Mother's biggest garden party of the season was sure to start a war. As if stealing Fen away and getting engaged wasn't enough already. Even Dana blood wouldn't protect Fen, or Briar for that matter. A Lover's Act is a Matriarchies of Muirin story where love is stronger than blood and allies come from unexpected places. Asexual and aromantic readers are sure to love Fen, Briar and their triumphant story.