Malcolm le Farouche had earned the epithet of "The Fierce" because of his reputation as the greatest knight in the land. As the King's Protector, he doesn't believe Elinore of Evenbough when she says she has no knowledge of her father's treasonous plans. Even when she fights to defend his men in an ambush, heals an injured knight in his service, then turns around and poisons him and his men to make her escape.

By royal command, on pain of death, Elin is forced to marry Malcolm once they reach London to ensure that Evenbough is in trusted hands. However, how could Elin prove her continued innocence when there is an attempt made on Malcolm's life?

I give this medieval romance four stars. I liked it and it was well worth the read, although it annoyed me a little that Malcolm was so distrusting of Elin. (read less)