Charming Prince Cassius wed young Inara Donati to save her from a dreadful forced betrothal. But their arrangement was only on paper. Five years later, after tragedy makes him king, Cassius needs heirs, and for that he requires a real queen! Bookish Inara isn't made for court life. But when Cassius demands a divorce, even she's surprised by the strength of her refusal--and unfulfilled desire. Yet to find the courage to ask him for a true marriage, Inara must first believe she can be the queen he needs.