A reluctant new lord.
A proud young widow.
Love is perilous and nothing is secure.
January 1193: Fulk's life as a carefree knight is about to come to an end when he learns his father and elder brother are dead. He is now Lord of Stannerswell whether he wishes it or not.
Elena is newly widowed after her crusader husband falls beside Fulk's father and brother. Her world is overturned as she mourns. As her overlord, Fulk brings Elena into his household - he is determined to have her in his bed. Proud and self-possessed, Elena guards her reputation fiercely but can she resist Fulk's advances?
An illegitimate baby, a leper, and a stray dog all play their part in bringing Fulk and Elena closer. Then, the unexpected happens. Decisions are made that they have no control over and all they know is gone.
Join Fulk and Elena in this gritty and compelling romantic drama of love and loss.