Far
from the intrigues of the king's court, all Lady Gillian desired was to keep her
family's estate safe—and to honor her vow never to marry. Then Sir Bayard de
Boisbaston arrived at D'Averette castle to warn of possible danger and protect
all within. Who was this man, to take over her castle? No matter that he was
surely the handsomest knight in the realm, and made her rethink her steadfast
vows. Chivalry demanded Sir Bayard protect Lady Gillian. Though he never expected to do battle with the lady herself. Gillian was a woman of fire and spirit who soon had Bayard plotting a conspiracy. One to convince the Lady Gillian that a knight of her own was useful, not only on the battlefield—but in the bedroom, as well!