Noble Hearts of Ellan Vannin — Gloria Wiederhold

A new generation ascends the throne of Vannin The dramatic conclusion to The Hearts of Ellan Vannin Trilogy. Prince Manfred knows King Roan didnt take him under his wing out of the goodness of his heart. It was to keep his treasonous father Godfrey under control, assuring peace in the kingdom of Vannin. Yet a bond of loyalty and friendship develops between the two men as Manfred, under Roans fosterage, turns into a fine warrior. But that loyalty is torn apart when Roan discovers Manfreds secret ambitionsand love for his daughter, the gentle, blind Princess Rosette. In an instant, Roans benevolence transforms to bitter rage, forcing Manfred to take drastic measures to achieve his dreams. Kidnapped from her secluded, tranquil life at Rushen Abbey, Rosette finds herself an unwilling queen to Manfred. No matter how sweetly he woos her, he will forever be the man who usurped her fathers place on the throne. Amidst distrust, betrayal and invasion, who will make the ultimate sacrifice for love and honor?