Ashley Herring Blake'Tender and gallant…Beautiful and romantic.'

Oxfordshire 1362

When Lily Barden discovers her best friend Johanna’s hand in marriage is being awarded as the main prize at a tournament, she is determined to stop it. Disguised as a knight, she infiltrates the contest, preparing to fight for Jo’s hand. But her conduct ruffles feathers, and when a dangerous incident escalates out of Lily’s control, Jo must help her escape.

Finding safety with a local brewster, Lily and Jo soon settle into their new freedom, and amongst blackberry bushes and lakeside walks an unexpected relationship blossoms. But when Jo’s past catches up with her and Lily’s reckless behaviour threatens their newfound happiness, both women realise that choices must always come at a cost. The question they need to ask is if the cost is worth the price of love…

Cat Sebastian'Heartbreakingly tender'

M.N. Bennet'A delightful friends-to-lovers slow burn romance'

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To win her heart, she'll have to fight… Perfect for fans of Freya Marske, Alexis Hall and Casey McQuiston