He stole her clan. Now, she will steal his heart...

Ainsly McLallen has been ruling her clan since her father's death, proving that a woman can lead just as fiercely as any man. But prosperity breeds envy, and a rogue clan invades, threatening to seize everything she's fought for.

Ian Grierson has been searching for a new home for his people, and a stronghold led by a woman seems the perfect opportunity. Ainsly draws her sword without hesitation, but she is no match for Ian's relentless warriors. Impressed by her spirit, Ian makes a bold choice: he will marry Ainsly to legitimize his claim.

Everyone thinks he's gone mad. They believe she'll slit his throat on their wedding night. Ainsly's plan for revenge is even more cunning, but as she plots against him, she uncovers unsettling truths about her own clansmen.

Trapped between betrayal and duty, Ainsly faces an impossible choice. To save her people, she may have to trust the enemy she vowed to destroy...