Removing the AR-15, Patrick Marrs tossed the case aside and began watching the chum for shark fins. He picked up the magazine and inserted it into the weapon, just as a shark broke the surface. The fin dipped and circled, then rose up again, this time heading directly for the bait. Patrick's shot was true, as the shark thrashed about in the water and quickly succumbed. "Damned fine shot, Mr. Marrs " he said. Patrick chambered a second round and waited. Soon another fin broke the surface, and then a second, both circling the dead shark. He raised the rifle again and took careful aim, when...

Nathan Douglas, an American sailor, falls in love with Mary Johnson, a daughter of United Empire Loyalists just prior to the War of 1812. It isn't the first time their families have been on opposite sides of a war. The pain of past betrayals that overflowed from the War of Independence runs very deep. Only forgiveness and love can restore their families but first, another battle will rage that will test their loyalties. The Battle of Queenston Heights begins a three year war that will begin to define Upper Canada as a country separate from its British and American brethren.