Books like Shadow Bear by Cassie Edwards
Set in South Dakota during the 1850s, the story follows Shiona Bramlett, who, after her father’s fatal shoot by an Indian arrow while hunting gold near Fort Chance, discovers a hidden map and a family secret. Determined to honor her father's legacy and fulfill her destiny, she embarks on a perilous journey westward.
Simultaneously, Shadow Bear, chief of the Grey Owl Band of the Lakota, searches desperately for his missing brother Silent Arrow. His quest leads him to a beautiful woman in need of help, and despite a deep-seated loathing of white men, he is compelled to protect her. Their unlikely alliance forces them to confront mistrust, share secrets, and fight for survival amidst lingering dangers.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Cassie Edwards
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