Lady Leandra of Lyonesse is betrothed to Reginald, Earl of Tremelyn, who is considerably older.  Leandra wants the marriage to be a loving marriage and has sought the help of Vivian to make a love potion. If the potion is successful, Reginald will soon forget his deceased first wife.

Meanwhile, Reginald has enlisted the aid of Sir Garrett Bernay to escort Leandra to Tremelyn to their wedding. Sir Leofric of Casseldorne wants Leandra for his own wife, so the utmost caution must be used to ensure his bride arrives safely.  Since Garret and Leandra are constant companions, it is not long before they feel more than just friendship.

With this cast of characters and others who make their way into the book, the action is nonstop. Sir Garrett recognizes Sir Leofric and remembers him for the insults Leofric heaped upon him.  So there is no love lost between the pair.  In this year of 1346, swords begin to swing almost instantly.

Lovers of a good historical romance will want to add this book to their reading lists.  Hopefully, you will be as pleased as I was with the surprise ending.