<p> Rumor has it that Lady Murie, King Edward III?s goddaughter, is stunningly beautiful, with bright blue eyes, golden hair, and a bewitching smile. Rumor also has it that the doting king has spoiled her rotten. When Sir Balan spies her wailing and sobbing in public, he decides that Lady Murie is the <i>last</i> person he would ever wish to have as a bride.</p> <p> But there is far more to Murie than meets the eye?and soon Balan discovers, to his great delight, that he?d be lucky indeed to deserve such a bride. Unfortunately, he?s not the only one to discern this truth . . . and the other suitor is much less honorable. Now a plot is afoot and Balan must prove himself a chivalrous knight and win the love of Lady Murie . . .</p>