Unacknowledged by his father—Henry II, Tristan de Wolfe has dedicated his life to the only man who ever treated him with respect: his half-brother, Richard the Lionheart. They were inseparable all their lives—until Tristan's strength became too dangerous to the Crown. When Richard was forced to banish Tristan ... The Black Wolf is born - a mercenary with no boundaries or mercy. His sole duty is to protect Richard the Lionheart's throne... until a lady looks past his reputation and birth to the true hero within. Return to the realm of King Richard. Danger, Intrigue and Treachery abound.