Sigurd Marsson has returned home to find his family and village in shambles. With the death of his father he is now in charge of his village of Asar. A trip to the spring market reveals not only an upcoming war, but also the opportunity for love. Astrid of Nyborg was beautiful, spirited and defiant and has caught the eye of the jarl of Asar. Despite how he treats her when they are not alone, in private he reveals himself to be a man of depth, perhaps even a man to be trusted. But Astrid has a secret that might destroy any chance she has at finding love with her fierce Viking commander. Will Astrid's secret ruin their chance at love? Or will Sigurd prove that love forgives all things--even betrayal?