From one of America's beloved storytellers, Kathleen Woodiwiss, comes the haunting and passionate classic tale of vengeance, love and secrets. In A Rose in Winter, the fairest flower in Mawbry is Erienne Fleming, the daughter of the village mayor. She is beset on all sides by suitors, but Erienne's heart belongs to one, Christopher Seton. But marriage for love is not to be.

In an attempt to end his gambling debts Erienne's father auctions her off to the mysterious, tragic figure adorned in a mask and cloak, Lord Saxton. The passage of time reveals a gentle and adoring husband, and Erienne vows to be a loyal wife. But Seton returns, and Erienne is torn between her sense of honor and irresistible draw toward Seton's passion. Entangled in intrigues Erienne will soon have to make a devastating choice between love and honor... between her duty and her heart.