A thief turned reluctant protector. A countess who resents him but can’t resist.

Sir Geoffrey has dedicated his life to avenging his parents and reclaiming his stolen birthright. The son of a baron, he has been reduced to stealing the resources he needs to restore his family legacy. Just when he is on the verge of success, his uncle asks him to protect a wealthy countess. It is a distraction Geoffrey resents, until he meets Lady Sara. She is everything he wants and everything he cannot have.

With a betrothed coming to claim her hand and a cousin intent on usurping her earldom, Lady Sara Caiser is beset by controlling men. Her father’s deathbed request for two lawless border reivers to serve as her protectors only adds to her frustration.

Despite her misgivings, an undeniable attraction pulls her into Sir Geoffrey’s arms. The man she thought was nothing more than a thief is noble, caring, and protective. As the threats against her mount, Sara must decide what is more important, her duty or her heart.

Welcome to the 13th century border of England and Scotland, where loyalties are forged in fire and love is the most dangerous risk of all.