The dashing maitres d'armes of New Orleans has taught him artistry in combat... and audacity in the pursuit of love Kerr Wallace has spent years preparing to avenge his brother's death. Now the perpetrator intends to marry, and the lady requires an escort to Mexico. Kerr seizes the chance to deliver the bride... and dispatch the groom! But Sonia Bonneval will do anything to escape marriage, and the voyage with Kerr becomes an exhilarating battle of wills. Soon they are forced into even closer quarters - and greater temptation - in a very real fight for survival. Before the end, both must choose between duty and freedom, vengeance and passion...