Part of the powerful de Reyne family, Sin is a black sheep. A man with a mysterious past and a family he doesn't speak of, he is one of the trainers at the Blackchurch Guild, the premier knight training school in England. They call Sin "The Swordsman" because of his skill with a blade, but that skill is about to be put to the test. So is his heart. Elisiana is a young lady with a problem. Hailing from a strict family, her entire life has been planned for her. Unable to live a life in chains any longer, Elisiana makes the bold move of running away to start a new life that brings her straight into Sin's path. No one knows much about the new serving wench at the tavern, but they do know she's very pretty. Having just returned from a battle assignment, Sin is returning to his training position when he meets the woman. She has spirit and they manage to strike up a friendship. But friendship turns to something and just as Sin is starting to feel something, all hell breaks loose—Elisiana's brother locates her and the truth of her identity comes out. The Swordsman must make a choice—return to Blackchurch and forget the fiery lass? Or fight for what he wants? Who he wants. Contains mature themes.