Proud Albret Maseo believes honor must precede love. Although
he loves Anabella Biliverti with all his heart, his peasant status
spurs him to earn the affection of this noble-blooded lady. Caught
up in a peasant revolt, Albret knows he must release Anabella from
any obligation toward him until he has proven his worth in her
eyes... and his own. Anabella has loved Albret a long while-and
he’s never been anything but dignified in her eyes. Her heart is
confused and broken at his declaration, freeing her to love
another. Vexed, she finds entertainment and comfort in the social
life of Florence. When wounded honor calls for a duel, love’s
strength and valor is tested. Will Albret allow the Lord to open
his eyes before it’s too late?