When Shana Kerr finds an unconscious, injured warrior in the forest, his presence sends her magical gifts into chaos. Determined to stay away from the handsome warrior, she rebels when her mentor insists Ryder L'Syr must accompany her on her quest to find the evil sorcerer Zandicol and destroy him. And Shana determines to elude him at her first opportunity. Awakening in a strange cottage with no idea of how he came to be there, Ryder L'Syr feels honor bound to concede to the wishes of the tiny old woman who treats his injury. Once Ryder meets Shana, though, he realizes accepting means he must give his life to protect her against all aggressors--even himself. Rating: Contains violence, adult language, and sexual content. Genre: Futuristic Romance.