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Celina Vallier, in New Orleans, is thrust into a world of duels and intrigue when her brother challenges the city’s infamous swordsman, Rio de Silva. The master of arms, in exchange for a price—Celina’s innocence—offers to accept the duel, placing the young woman at the center of a dangerous plot. Rio, captivated by Celina’s beauty and courage, sees her as both a pawn for his revenge and a potential bride to his sworn enemy, Count de Lerida. What follows is a complex web of scandal, danger, and twisted motives that threatens the lives of all involved.
Set amid the historical backdrop of Louisiana, the story intertwines themes of honor, romance, and man‑woman relationships, exploring how love and vengeance collide in a society where duels decide fate.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Jennifer Blake
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