"In 1867, after her son goes missing, Joanna Watson enlists Isaac Bowen - a man with limited experience in the rugged country - to help. As they face the elements, trust begins to form between them, but can it withstand the danger and coming confrontation in this unpredictable land?"--Provided by publisher.

"Tessa Stafford will do anything for her daughter, Isabel...even stay on the run to protect Isabel from her narcissistic grandmother. But when her car breaks down in Painted Pony Creek, Tessa gets caught up in the warm embrace of the town and feels safe enough to build a home--and a life--for them both. Love is the last thing on her mind until rugged cowboy and lawyer Jesse McKettrick's sexy smile and easy way tempt her into imagining more. But can...