Stranded by a busted wagon wheel, Lenore leaves in search of help for her family. But help turns into a marriage to Heston Miller, a trapper who must marry or lose his land. Lenore had vowed she'd never settle for less than love, but love is an untamable emotion that holds the power to bloom even through a frozen wilderness. This 10,000 word short-story was written for an enjoyable quick read. If you enjoy this author's voice, look for her full-length novels, Abandoned Hearts and Unexpected Kiss.
