by Lynsay Sands
First published 2021
Lady Elysande de Valance breaks free from the English dungeon where soldiers imprisoned her after attacking her home. Scottish warriors escort her toward safety in the Highlands, but danger follows their path. Their leader Rory Buchanan offers protection with his strong arms, and Elysande finds unexpected comfort in his embrace. People call Rory a healer, yet his touch ignites something far beyond medicine in her wounded heart. Rory focuses on treating the sick rather than seeking a wife like his married brothers. When tasked with guiding a family friend's precious "treasure" to Highland safety, he discovers the treasure is a fleeing woman whose veil conceals telling bruises. He commits himself to healing her injuries and shielding her from harm. As he tends to her wounds, Rory realizes his own heart needs the deepest healing of all.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, adventure, historical-romance
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Highlands, England
Period: Medieval
359 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Avon
Content warnings: abuse, violence