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Elise, described as a dreamlike bride with aquamarine eyes and fiery hair, is revealed to be the clandestine daughter of Henry II, King of England. When she meets Sir Bryan Stede—known as the Black Knight, a fiercely loyal warrior—an instant, intense attraction sparks between them. Their love story unfolds against a backdrop of courtly intrigue and hidden family secrets, centered on a precious sapphire ring that holds the key to Elise’s lineage. As the two navigate their forbidden bond, they must confront the expectations of honor and duty that threaten to separate them while uncovering a stormy destiny that defies both heart and society.
First publish date: June 1986
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Heather Graham
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