Lozen, a beautiful and revered Apache warrior and shaman, fights bravely for the freedom of her people, but when Rafe Collins, an adventurer and war veteran, forms an unlikely bond with the Apaches, Lozen's life is changed forever.

After the execution of her father, the young and beautiful Lady Asano is in grave danger from the powerful Lord Kira. In order to save herself Asano must find Oishi, the leader of the fighting men of her clan. She believes he is three hundred miles to the southwest in the imperial city of Kyoto. Disguising her loveliness in the humble garments of a traveling priest, and calling herself Cat, Lady Asano travels the fabled Tokaido Road. Her only tools...

In July of 1776, the American colonies are ablaze with passion. In the streets, those who would be free boldly read aloud the newly written Declaration of Independence. As Commander-in-chief George Washington declares a major victory in New York, the rest of the colonies separate into Patriots and Tories.

In the Christmas season of 1913, Grace Knightś elegant old hotel on Cuernavacaś main plaza is the place to see and be seen. Mexicoś landed aristocracy, members of the foreign community, wealthy tourists, and young army officers with their wives flock to the Colonial. Outside the city, in the shadows of the valleyś two volcanoes, a company of federal soldiers raids the hacienda of Don Miguel Sanche.