Love was never supposed to be part of the deal... Lady Amelie de Clerq's prickly demeanor and earth mage abilities earned her the nickname "Lady of Thorns," keeping potential suitors at bay and making her the butt of the nobility's jokes. Determined to attract a husband who will love her for herself rather than her fortune, she embarks on a journey of sensual self-discovery. Alain LaPorte, wily lawyer and toast of the Ypresian...