"Beautifully captures the flavor of medieval castle life and the intrigue-rich Plantagenet court. Passionate and romantic . . . a rare delight." — Booklist (starred review) There were worse things than to be shackled in marriage to a handsome, powerful lord who desired her—but Marguerite of Alencon was bred to be consort to a king and could not abide her fate. She had great power as Henry Plantagenet's mistress, and to be set aside and promised as a bride to noble Orrick of Silloth was an insult she could not bear! Orrick knew his reluctant bride was a creature of the court with many secrets. And yet, Marguerite of Alencon would make him a perfect partner—accomplished and gracious, a true Lady of the Keep—if only she could release her turbulent past and embrace a passionate future . . . in his arms. Praise for Terri Brisbin "A welcome new voice . . . you won't want to miss." —Susan Wiggs, #1 New York Times –bestselling author "Lavish historical romance in the grand tradition from a wonderful talent." —Bertrice Small, New York Times –bestselling author