The Scent of Betrayal

<P>The discovery of an abandoned Spanish merchant ship off the coast of America plunges the Ludlows into a far-reaching conspiracy fueled by jealousy ambition and nationalistic fervor. The <I>Bucephalas</I> lies trapped under the gaping muzzles of the 32-pounder Spanish guns of New Orleans' harbor fort. It quickly becomes clear that the corridors of the governor's residence are just as busy with treachery double-dealing and murder as the back alleys of the sweltering city outside.</P>