The action packed sequel to "The Phoenix Gambit". It's 1877 and the Confederate States of Mexico has received a delegation from the German Empire. The Kaiser has sent an astounding offer. The two countries should ally themselves and declare war on the Empire of Columbia. The goal is to invade and conquer Central America, then build a canal connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans giving both countries access to the entire pacific rim. The Empire of Columbia requests aid from its powerfull neighbor to the north. The Union responds to the Empire's request with covert aid. The Office of Strategic Services sends assistance to the embattled Columbians. Operative Ezekiel Sinclair is once again in the middle of the action. War and rebellion rage throughout the Americas as four mighty nations battle on the land, the sea and in the air.