Falcon’s Fire (Lords of Conquest, #1)

Beautiful and impulsive, Lady Martine vows never to fall in love after her mother dies of a broken heart. But for her brother's sake, she agrees to wed, sight unseen, the younger son of an English baron. The betrothal has been arranged by her brother's old friend and fellow Crusade veteran Thorne Falconer, a landless knight in service to the baron.
Born into wretched poverty, the powerful and handsome Thorne pursues the one thing that separates the rich and the poor: land. As a reward for finding a wife for the hot-headed young Edmund, Thorne is to receive what he most craves, a grand manor of his own.

Neither Martine nor Thorne counts on their overwhelming attraction to each other. As the two improbably lovers struggle to deny their desire, they are drawn into a passion so fiery it sweeps away everything but all-consuming love.

Originally published by NAL, Falcon's fire was nominated by Romantic Times Magazine as Best First Historical Romance; nominated by the Literary Times as Outstanding Historical; Golden Heart finalist.

"A powerful debut historical novel by an exciting new talent, Falcon's Fire will ignite your imagination and passion for medieval romances." Romantic Times

"A richly textured pageant of passion. A grand adventure!" New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs

"Falcon's Fire is a fast-paced, vividly detailed medieval romance filled with several interesting and very memorable characters. Of noted interest to readers will be the variety of intriguing female personalities in Patricia Ryan's terrific tale. Patricia Ryan is definitely an author to watch!" Affaire de Coeur

"Destined to become an all time favorite among medieval fans." The Medieval Chronicle

"An exceptionally good and beautifully told story." Rendezvous

"Magnificent! Patricia Ryan is wonderful!" The Literary Times