In the world of Jessica Amanda Salmonson's Tomoe Gozen saga, there lived an orphaned Manx named Ohga. His mute tongue has repelled many families, but his kind heart has given him friends. Some say he will become a samurai, for his strength and stature stand unrivaled. Ohga sees this as his destiny, but he must choose what he will serve.

When Chris Larabee's old enemy, the Waco Kid rides into town, there's bound to be trouble.