The courageous Irish warrior Finnian O'Malglin helped the lovely Senna de Valery escape from the castle of the cruel Lord Raird. Now they can only rely on each other - there is nowhere to wait for help, and the chase is hot on their heels. Senna is in possession of a priceless ancient secret, and it could cost her her life. Finnian is ready to protect the girl at any cost, but this is not easy to do. And the most insidious enemy, perhaps, will be the burning passion for Senna that has gripped the Irishman. A passion that he tries in vain to overcome...