Caid O'Neill simply wanted to avenge his sister's death when he killed Eugune Moisant. Yet, he did more, freeing Eugene's wife, Lisette, from a loveless marriage. However, Lisette's quite mad father-in-law blames her for the young man's death, thinking had she been a better wife, his son would have not sought a mistress. Furthermore, she failed to give him an heir and will not let the old man have her fortune. So, knowing she's in danger, she asks for Cade's protection. He is not a suitable man to love, but as the danger draws nearer, and she continues to display a defiant spirit that refuses to be constrained, Cade comes to love her and he is the only man she can think of.** The plot seems a bit top-heavy, with much extraneous baggage weighing it down. Perhaps it adds color for some, but it bogged down the plot for me. However, Ms. Blake's legion of fans will like as not enjoy this latest entry. **Amanda Killgore