He is Brogan O'Bannon--wanderer, warrior, and embittered pawn in his family's conflicts. Pitted against his twin brother, with whom he shares an uncanny magical connection, and long exiled from his homeland, he has returned to Scotland to claim his birthright.

She is Matalia McTaver--proud, impetuous, and beautiful daughter of Ronin and Kalial. Refusing to bow to any will save her own, she seeks to find her own destiny...without submitting to a husband.

When Matalia seizes Brogan in her family's forest, she's elated by this chance to test her sensual wiles upon a stranger. What better way to learn the secrets of the marriage bed without actually having to marry! But she loses control of her "experiment" when Brogan escapes his bonds and introduces her to carnal pleasure beyond her wildest expectations...forcing her into a hasty marriage. Thus begins their tempestuous journey to Brogan's home, where danger and betrayal will threaten their lives...and love will challenge their hearts.