The notorious swordsmen of New Orleans–charming by day, dangerous at night… The last thing Gavin Blackford expects from an alluring and sophisticated lady at a New Year’s reception is a request to teach her how to kill a man. As a respected fencing master and duelist of renown, his usual clients are male. To refuse is his first impulse—but his curiosity is aroused by her unsettling combination of mystery and fiery intentions. Ariadne Faucher never expected Gavin to be armored with intelligence and intuition as well as strength. It can’t be allowed to matter. All she requires it to get close to him to touch—preferably with the point of a sword. Their lessons by candlelight are physically and emotionally intense, an escalating duel of hearts and minds. As tempers and passions rise, they draw ever nearer to the secret that has brought them together. But must it be a fight to the death—or can they turn and face their common enemy together? ***_*** Look for all the re-releases in the Masters At Arms Book 1: CHALLENGE TO HONOR Book 2: DAWN ENCOUNTER Book 3: ROGUE’S SALUTE Book 4: GUARDED HEART Book 5: GALLANT MATCH Book 6: TRIUMPH IN ARMS Each book may be fully enjoyed as a standalone read. The above reading order is simply recommended for the series chronology.