Highland warlord Gabriel Campbell plans to wed Grace MacNab, but is stunned to learn the banns have been challenged on the grounds Grace is a lady by birth. They cannot marry under the king's law without permission.

The man Grace fears most has come to Caisteal Sith to force her into marriage. And there are others eager to offer for her in exchange for access to the charter the king's regent has given her, but she's in love with Gabriel. Though she doubts the depth of Gabriel's feelings, she's convinced he's still the best man to lead her clan and fulfill her heart's desire.

Can the two stand together to fight tradition and win? Or will their chance at happiness be forever out of reach?