An impossible choice: His family or love As steward to the Earl of Borwyn, Erik Ward had only admired sheltered noblewoman Linota Leofric from afar - until he has to escort her on a dangerous journey. When she's kidnapped, he rescues the courageous beauty, revelling in finally having her in his arms. But Erik has a secret plan to reunite his family - now he's forced to choose between that and his growing feelings for Linota.