He came for her estate, but she captured his heart.

Born of a hired killer and a noble lady, Irvine MacMillian is a half-royal man determined to claim his birthright as Laird. But when his uncle seizes power after the old Laird's death, Irvine is tasked with a daunting challenge: occupy a coveted piece of land to prove his worth.

Bridget Wright has defended her ancestral estate for years, her courage and fierce beauty known throughout the Highlands. She'll stop at nothing to protect her land from those who seek to take it—even if they're the rightful heir to a clan.

Disguised as a humble worker, Irvine infiltrates Bridget's world to gain her trust. Yet, as he becomes entwined in her life, he uncovers deep-rooted secrets and a history that binds them more than he ever imagined.

With his uncle plotting his downfall and enemies closing in, Irvine must rely on Bridget's aid. But how can she trust a man who's deceived her from the start? As danger looms, Irvine faces an impossible choice between his duty and the woman who has awakened his soul.

In a land fraught with treachery and desire, will love be enough to bridge their worlds—or will it be their undoing?