, If you are fond of reading romances set in medieval England, this book contains all the ingredients of a semi-historical
romance- handsome, chivalrous knights, beautiful, fiery maidens, magnificent castles and the intrigues of court.
This is the story of Royce Westmoreland, the Duke of Clayborne, otherwise known as the Wolf, and Lady Jennifer Merrick, a Scottish countess, who is abducted by the fearsome Duke. Each has heard tales about the other and they are surprised when they meet. The Duke finds her wilful, courageous, and unpredictable and she discovers a thread of gentleness underlying his fierce exterior. Jennifer’s refreshing candour and honesty gradually melts the ice surrounding the Wolf’s heart.
However, this is not just an insipid romance. There are other elements to capture the reader’s interest. Jennifer’s father, a Scottish earl and the Duke are sworn enemies. Thrown onto the equation are the two monarchs, King James of Scotland and King Henry of England who try to forge a truce between the two warring nations through a wedding- that of Jennifer and Royce Westmoreland. There are turbulent times for the couple as they hover on the brink of happiness only to have it snatched away by a cruel mistake.In the end, however, the reader is not disappointed. Through many trials and tribulations,Jennifer and the Wolf find their own kingdom of dreams.There are jousts and lists for those who enjoy reading about the battles and tournaments fought in the era before guns were invented.What one enjoys most in this book, as in all other McNaught books, is the combination of wit, humour, history and romance, all woven together skillfully in an unputdownable story. One is constantly surprised by the sensitivity with which she draws her characters so that one feels keenly attuned to their joys and sorrows. Her plot and characters seem to become part of one''s own life.