"Aphrodite crossed me off her list a long time ago," Ambrose Duchamp 1808 Former assassin Ambrose Duchamp lives a quiet life in the Caribbean and keeps his heart locked in a steel box. Cautioned by another that Aphrodite will find him, even in hiding, Ambrose scoffs at the ridiculous idea. When a frightened governess comes begging him to protect her, Ambrose faces a new challenge . . . keeping cupid's arrow from piercing his heart. A fugitive for attacking a noble who tried to accost her, Juliet takes a position as a governess on a tropical island far from England's shores. When her enemy follows she has one hope of surviving his dark plans for her: a fierce and deadly man with the nickname M'sieur Mort; Mr. Death. Mr. Duchamp suggests a pretend courtship to protect her reputation as he spends time with her. Juliet soon wishes his attentions are not a ruse. How can a cold blooded killer be so charming and endearing? Set in the lush Caribbean in the early 19th century with sugar lords, sharks, dazzling sunsets and romantic beaches, the love story between an English governess and a deadly assassin brings historical romance to life. Reluctant Heroes: Bold Men, Independent Women, Finding True Love was Never in Their Plans!