Jennet Bonner is a lovely young woman who has suffered at the hands of her captor. All she wants is for Luke, the love of her life, to save her and their son. When she is rescued she is determined to locate the baby that was taken from her. With the plans of her husband and sister- in-law made, they depart for New Orleans to locate a powerful family. Only they are separated and much strife befalls all of them. Will Jennet find her son? Will she be able to love Luke like she did before the horrible events that are slowly eating at her soul? Or will the weight of her hardened heart take her away from the family she so loves?

Luke Bonner is a sexy man who is determined to rescue the only lady who has ever held his heart. When he rescues her, he is shocked to learn that she had a son. But when things go terribly awry in locating their son, he is determined to find Jennet and his sister, Hannah and take them home. Luke still loves Jennet but is not sure if he can deal with everything that she has had to do in order to survive. Will Luke find his family before it is too late? Will he be able to convince Jennet that he loves her and forgives everything that has happened? Or will the hatred of a powerful family destroy everything he loves?

Hannah Bonner is the step-sister of Luke and a half-breed who has lost her son and husband. She has overcome a lot to study medicine and be the healer she was meant to be. She agrees to go with Luke to find Jennet and bring her back home. Only she is shocked to discover the hatred of her kind in New Orleans. When she gets separated from her family, she becomes very ill and finds mercy in the hands of the Savard family. When Ben Savard waltzes into her world and agrees to help her locate his missing family, she is more worried about the intense attraction she has for him. Will Hannah discover love in a world full of hatred and war? Will she find allies in the most unlikely people to help locate her family and keep them alive?

QUEEN OF SWORDS is a fascinating tale of three family members who are separated and trying to find their way back to each other. Ms. Donati paints a beautiful picture of the history in New Orleans, a powerful family determined to be together and love that can make anything possible. I experienced every emotion throughout this charming tale. I laughed at the bantering, screamed at the frustration of obstacles and cried at the heart break and love. The characters are charismatic and you can not help but to be drawn to them. The intriguing plot is thick, suspenseful and full of strife. If you are looking for a in-depth historical that will take you to the edge time and time again, then QUEEN OF SWORDS is definitely a must read.