About the book: year / Rothgar, once the master of Longwald Castle, knelt before Lady Maria de Surcy. Now this Norman woman had to decide the fate of the brave Saxon warrior, who had returned to his native ashes, where the invaders ruled the roost. And yet, only Rothgar could help Maria preserve the estate and increase the property she inherited. Maria will free Rothgar, but her heart and soul will be captivated by this noble knight. Passion will bind these unfortunates, born enemies, with a chain. And Longwald Castle will become an insurmountable obstacle on the path to happiness. Can love overcome fortress walls??