Bride of the Beast — Toni V. Sweeney

The AEgys and the Habiru are descended from exiled Egyptian and Hebrew tribes and have set up kingdoms in middle Africa. They are also mortal enemies and have fought for generations, until Aram, brother to the Habiru king is captured and ultimately released by Princess Senset.

Michael of Habiru is under a curse by God and can only be freed by one with selfless love, and he believes Senset is that person. Senset herself has doubts but she accepts Michael's offer of marriage because it brings with it peace between their people. Her decision brings about a chain of events which will change both kingdoms forever.