I must marry a king to protect my country. But can I fall in love with the man beneath the crown?
As the new Queen of Hellas, I’m required to marry the powerful and dangerous King Matthias of Ypres, my late father’s friend and greatest ally. Matthias has sworn to defend me against my enemies while I learn how to be a good ruler.
To my surprise, I’ve discovered a tender, passionate man beneath the ruthless warrior’s surface, and our nights are wanton and loving. But now, something evil is stalking my new king and I must use my elemental magic to save him. If I can’t, I’ll lose my husband and king just as I’m beginning to love him…