She's hounded from every side by treacherous elements and foes, but
her greatest enemy lies within.
In the mountains near France, the medieval Princess Elyce is being
forced to marry, thus forming an alliance that will enrich her father
but enslave her kingdom. Instead, she chooses to feign her death and
flee to Prague to beg King Wenceslaus to help save her people.
In England, the young knight Sir Gerard has a vision from God
instructing him to help Elyce on her quest. When he arrives to find she
has been near death for days, he manages to revive her. However,
thinking the stranger was trying to kiss her, the princess immediately
distrusts him. But her desperate situation forces her to accept his aid.
Pursued by her enemy's guards over mountainous terrain, they must also
battle the deadly winter elements. Her greatest challenge may be to
overcome the voices of disapproval and accusation from her childhood.
Will her emotions lead her into her true identity, or will they
undermine her ability to work with Gerard and to save her people, who
desperately need her help?
In this dazzling and romantic story, New York Times bestselling author
Melanie Dickerson takes the classic Sleeping Beauty fairy tale to
satisfying new heights.
"When it comes to happily-ever-afters, Melanie Dickerson is the
undisputed queen." --Julie Lessman, award-winning author
- Sweet historical medieval romance
- Part of the Dericott series: Book 1: Court of Swans; Book 2: Castle
of Refuge; Book 3: Veil of Winter; Book 4: Fortress of Snow
- Book length: 85,000 words
- Includes discussion questions for book clubs
