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The Black Prince of England hungers to capture the lands of France, and Sir Hyatt Laidley is just the knight for the task. In exchange for years of faithful service, Hyatt will receive both land--and lady--of De La Noye in Aquitaine.When Hyatt and his men attack, both Lord and castle fall, but the young and newly widowed Aurelie is not so easily conquered. Impassioned by the subjugation of her people, Aurelie pledges to forever honor her late husband. She may be condemned to marry the English bastard, but her heart will never yield! But to Aurelie's surprise, Hyatt proves to be everything her former husband was not. Fearless, wise, and devastatingly handsome, he makes for a highly gifted Lord and protector. And try as she might, she simply can’t feign indifference to her virile husband’s passionate embrace. Yet Aurelie is not alone in her emotional torment. Previously robbed of his inheritance and title by a deceitful stepmother, Hyatt can’t bring himself to trust his French wife. But as rivals threaten the welfare of their people, the couple must decide which bond is stronger--allegiance to one's motherland or ties forged from love.Full of danger, lust, and love, BY RIGHT OF ARMS is a smoldering medieval romance set in 14th century France that is sure to enthrall fans of VIRGIN RIVER.Robyn Carr is the #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Virgin River Series and The Thunder Point Series, published by MIRA. BY RIGHT OF ARMS is one of her historical novels, which will all be reissued as digital editions in the coming months.PRAISE FOR ROBYN CARR’S HISTORICALS:“She has done it again. Robyn Carr is absolutely marvelous.” —Danielle Steel“Adventure, danger, derring-do, as well as doings at the glittering anything-goes court of Charles II...Carr tells an entertaining yarn.” —Publishers Weekly“A fast, gripping story...The reading public can anticipate good books from an imaginative new author.” —Best SellersPRAISE FOR ROBYN CARR'S OTHER BOOKS:"Robyn Carr writes books that touch the heart and the funny bone." - Debbie Macomber“Robyn Carr creates strong men, fascinating women and a community you’ll want to visit again and again. Who could ask for more?” –Sherryl Woods “For great story telling and beautifully drawn characters, enter the world of Robyn Carr.” – NYT Bestselling author, Susan Elizabeth Phillips“There's a reason Robyn's a #1 New York Times bestselling author. She's just that good.” – Kristan Higgins “I found Carr’s style to be captivating…. I sat down with this kind of by accident…and read it in one sitting. That doesn’t happen for me very often—maybe once a year or once every other year.” – Pamela Clare on Virgin River“Virgin River is sexy, tense, emotional, and satisfying. I can’t wait for more!” –Carla Neggers“A thrilling debut of a series that promises much to come.” – Clive Cussler “Robyn is an amazing talent!!!!” – Addison Fox