Laird Darvel married a woman from the northern pass—a healer—and now she is Duchess Enilda. But the moment the earl accepted power, he already lost authority and respect, and his wife and her relatives are drawing close, not very friendly attention.
Many lords laid claim to the throne. Darvel’s coronation and his marriage threw many contenders off balance, so their schemes are now ensured against him. But they picked the wrong target—Laird Darvel has no intention of giving up, especially with such a spouse. Yet will he have enough strength to fend off the attacks of his enemies? And if he wins, what will be the price of that victory?