Nicholas is finally ready to welcome his bride, Gillian. But after bringing her back to his castle from the convent, he discovers she is anything but meek and mild. She dares to talk back to and even hit the imposing, vengeful lord! Despite her rough personality, he catches himself burning with desire for her!
Nicholas, Baron of Belvry, is livid-his longtime archenemy, Baron Hexham, was killed by someone other than himself. One day, Nicholas receives an order from the king to marry Hexham's only remaining relative, his niece, Gillian. Nicholas now has a target for his revenge. But what kind of woman will Gillian be?