The shadows of war will not be enough to delay their autumn.

At just fourteen, Noah was thrust into the role of a leader, bearing the weight of his clan’s future on his young shoulders. Under his guidance, Clan Crawford has become one of the most powerful and prosperous clans in the Highlands. But when tensions rise and war threatens his lands, his long neutrality and independent standing are called into question. Now, he is faced with a daunting choice; join the devious Wallaces in their Highland conquest, or help the noble Davidsons to banish Wallace’s evil for good.

Kira Davidson facing the shame of having abandoned her clan, comes back to take on her birthright as the Davidson heiress. With war looming and her clan on the brink of devastation, she’s determined to alter their fate. To atone for her past mistakes, she will offer Laird Crawford her hand in marriage in exchange for his armies and protection. However, her offer will be met with more objections and challenges than she expected.

The handsome Laird’s unwavering dedication to his people both frustrates and fascinates her, igniting an unexpected fire within. Amidst the peril of war and danger, their connection deepens and their attraction can no longer be denied. Will this new, fragile love survive the tumults of war, or will it be another casualty, sentencing the Highlands to their doom?