Sword and Queen — Michael Mounts

The Gentle Stepper Series is in its second volume. The greatest sword-hand to ever live is only just getting started proving herself. In this instalment she pursues every fencer of reputation and renown with a harsh vengeance. It doesn't matter who she must put down, Ju-Dan, the Gentle Stepper must fight and win the duels that will make her known as the greatest there ever was. It doesn't matter how far she must travel, or how great the name she must challenge. Ju-Dan is going to face them all, and never mind the danger or risks. The only question is: can she defeat her own inner demons?