A hero's reward of a fortress comes with a beautiful, familiar face in this medieval romance series opener by a USA Today–bestselling author."Set during the Welsh rebellion against the English, Mallory's debut is impressive. She breathes life into major historical characters and presents varied political viewpoints in a dramatic romance." —RT Book ReviewsFearless in BattleHis surcoat still bloody from battle, William FitzAlan comes to claim the strategic borderlands granted to him by the king. One last prize awaits him at the castle gates: the lovely Lady Catherine Rayburn.Tender in BedCatherine risked everything to spy for the crown. Her reward? Her lands are declared forfeit, and she is given this choice: marry FitzAlan or be taken to the Tower. Catherine agrees to give her handsome new husband her body, but she's keeping secrets, and dare not give him her heart. As passion ignites and danger closes in, Catherine and William must learn to trust in each other to save their marriage, their land, and their very lives."An impressive debut . . . Margaret Mallory is a star in the making." —Mary Balogh, New York Times–bestselling author of At Last Comes Love"A wonderful new voice in the tradition of Gellis and Woodiwiss." —Bertrice Small, New York Times–bestselling author of The Shadow Queen"A fast-paced tale of romance and intrigue that will sweep you along and have you rooting for William and his fair Catherine to fight their way to love at last." —Candace Camp, New York Times–bestselling author of The Courtship Dance