Kidnapped as a child and raised by a mysterious old swordsman to hate the English crown and nobility, Norman grows into the feared Outlaw of Torn, commanding one of the largest bands of fighting men in England and earning a reputation for extraordinary swordsmanship and ruthless vengeance. His life begins to change after he repeatedly rescues Bertrade de Montfort and, sometimes under the identity of Roger de Conde, develops feelings that conflict with everything he has been taught, gradually directing his violence away from the rebel cause and those she loves. Through Bertrade, Norman begins to discover honor, loyalty, and selfless love, while his remarkable resemblance to Prince Edward and the unanswered mystery of his childhood hint that his true connection to the English royal family is far deeper than he realizes.
