Lady Grace Ledys was sure her marriage to the handsome Christian Wycliffe, Marquiss Knighton, would fulfill all her hopes of love. But her innocent dreams are dashed when her husband proves cold and indifferent—and harbors strange secrets. For years, Christian has been plagued by his cruel grandfather, the Duke of Westover, who holds control over his destiny. Forced to wed Grace, he vows never to beget an heir. But Grace's charms overpower him, and in a last effort to resist her, he wounds her greatly. Robbed of all hope for happiness, Grace flees—to Skynegal, a castle named for the legendary white-winged birds who protect it. And in her new home, Grace will find hope for love with the husband of her heart—but only if he can conquer the darkness of his past...