Book #1

Since the day Lord Dillon earned his spurs, rumors of his savagery have preceded him into every room. Weary of battle, he wishes only to find a woman he can wed who will approach him not with fear. Yet only the wisewoman seems at ease in his presence. Perhaps because she garners the same fear in others that he does himself. For seven years, Alyssa has been by Lord Dillon's side, counseling him from the shadows, healing him, and staving off the worst of his loneliness while his fearsome reputation keeps others at bay. Blessed-or cursed-with gifts that label her a sorceress, she is forced to conceal her youth and the love she harbors for him beneath robes that lead Dillon and his people to believe she is the same wisewoman who served his father. When all is revealed, however passions flare, when an enemy threatens Dillon's life Alyssa sacrifices everything to save him.