Sorcha Bronson, the beautiful daughter of a slain dragon trainer is determined to take over her father’s business. To make a name for herself means showing off her skills in a tournament where she goes up again the best dragon rider knight she can find. But first, she must convince him to accept her challenge. When the knights of the Dragon Fighter’s Society turn her down because she’s a woman, she tries using feminine wiles to change one man’s mind. Soon, she discovers a game of love that seduces and distracts her. Uncertain she has any real chance at winning Sir Henry’s heart, she struggles to stay focused on her career.
Handsome, charming, free-spirited Sir Henry Pembroke loves riding dragons and competing in the kingdom’s tournaments. With a penchant for harmless fun, he’s unprepared for the ambitious lady who wants to participate in a dangerous sport meant for men. He makes it his mission to keep her from getting hurt, but the tavern wench shows unfaltering determination when she attempts to barter sex for a chance to compete. Sir Henry finds himself more attracted to the beguiling and passionate beauty than he bargains on. Yet he has to wonder if Sorcha is just playing on his emotions to get what she wants. Or, can her love be real?