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Erin Wentworth has endured betrayal and loss: her tightly arranged marriage proved a sham, leaving her widowed and pregnant. She seeks a quiet escape in Colorado’s mountains to heal. Yet her solitude is disturbed when Quinn Yarborough, a seasoned bounty hunter, appears at her doorstep. His presence invites Erin to revisit unresolved emotions and consider a new path.
Erin’s story blends romance, history, and the rugged wilderness of Colorado. As Quinn’s determination meets Erin’s vulnerability, their dynamic tests loyalty, trust, and the possibility of new love amid the shadows of their pasts.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Carolyn Davidson
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