In an enchanted world where speaking in rhymes works magic, Matt Mandrell won fame and power as Lord High Wizard and the heart of beautiful Queen Alisande. Yet he cannot marry her; wizard or not, Matt is just a commoner. So he makes a foolish vow: to conquer a kingdom, any kingdom, if that is what it takes to claim his bride. But in this world of enchantment, such an oath cannot be broken. He has committed himself to win a crown - or die trying!