| The Marq is a magical creature said to bring wealth, power and immortality to anyone who eats its still beating heart. More importantly, or at least for the timid and lonely Duke Albere of Albany, about to be wed against his wishes, its owner is said to have power over any woman. The problem Albere faces is that only a virtuous woman can get near the shy creature. So to succeed, Albere will have to illicit the help of a young woman - someone not under the direct influence of his powerful and domineering father... read more |