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US Marshal Morgan Sawyer rides into the treacherous Rocky Mountains on a mission to find fellow Marshal Tex, who vanished while they were escorting a dangerous prisoner. But ranchwoman Roz Beck insists on riding beside him, despite Morgan’s protests. Joined by newlyweds Owen and Delaney, and Roz’s young son, they push deep into the wilderness.

Widowed Roz was wounded in love when her now-deceased husband abandoned her, leaving her alone to raise a child. While her heart longs for love, for her son’s sake, she’ll settle for a man she trusts like Morgan, her childhood friend. When a shadowy figure begins prowling the search party’s camp at night, the group realizes that something more than the wilderness poses a threat to their quest of bringing Tex to safety. Will the looming danger strengthen Morgan and Roz’s growing feelings and faith in each other, or will it be their breaking point?

I’ve been a long-time fan of Connealy, though I haven’t read many of her books in the last few years. I was excited to read her newest, though, as it’s been so long.

As she often does, Connealy brings in past characters and lets their lives entwine, while also introducing new romances that will definitely be featured in future books. I’ve always loved this about her books–you get to spend extra time with the characters you’ve already fallen in love with! Her descriptions really help you visualize the rough and wild wilderness of the west, which are as important to the stories as the characters.

The pacing of this book was a little slow for me, but I’ve definitely noticed that stylistic change in her more recent books (as well as in other writers’ novels). It’s not a particular favorite of mine, but if enjoy taking your time to really get into the characters’ minds and pasts, this style is perfect for you. If you’re a fan of Connealy’s recent releases, I think you’ll enjoy this book.

Rated PG.

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