Description
Jamie, a noble yet impoverished knight from Normandy, finds himself in a predicament when tasked with escorting the beautiful and headstrong Axia, the Lancaster heiress, to her impending betrothal. Bound by duty yet burdened by his own romantic inclinations, Jamie wrestles with the tension between his loyalty and his heart’s desire. As they embark on their journey through treacherous landscapes and political intrigue, an unexpected bond begins to form.
Axia, however, is no mere damsel. Strong-willed and fiercely independent, she questions the confines of her arranged marriage. Throughout their travels, Jamie and Axia challenge each other's perspectives on love, duty, and sacrifice, all while navigating the dangers posed by their surroundings. The road is fraught with adversaries who seek to thwart their mission and reshape their fates, threatening the delicate balance of power and affection they are beginning to cultivate.
As the journey unfolds, both characters face dilemmas that test their resilience and priorities. Their growing connection ignites passions that neither expected, forcing them to confront their destinies. In a tale filled with romance, adventure, and the quest for identity, the ultimate question looms: can love truly conquer all, or will duty prevail?
Axia, however, is no mere damsel. Strong-willed and fiercely independent, she questions the confines of her arranged marriage. Throughout their travels, Jamie and Axia challenge each other's perspectives on love, duty, and sacrifice, all while navigating the dangers posed by their surroundings. The road is fraught with adversaries who seek to thwart their mission and reshape their fates, threatening the delicate balance of power and affection they are beginning to cultivate.
As the journey unfolds, both characters face dilemmas that test their resilience and priorities. Their growing connection ignites passions that neither expected, forcing them to confront their destinies. In a tale filled with romance, adventure, and the quest for identity, the ultimate question looms: can love truly conquer all, or will duty prevail?
Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
281 pages
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 1995
Publisher
Pocket Books
Editions
11 editions
ISBN-10
0671744623
ISBN-13
9780671744625