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Name: The island
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Author: Davis, Mary author.

Haley's heart would be safe on the island. Mackinac Island was the perfect place to soothe her wounds and avoid the manipulations of her family. But when a lone passenger boards her tour carriage, Haley Tindale feels the walls around her heart shaking. Can he be trusted? Brent Walker is searching for a young man when he encounters Haley. He finds it hard to concentrate on his mission. Perhaps he should quit the case and focus on Haley. Or maybe her insight into the island could be of use to him. Can a woman terrified of being used surrender to God and His plan? Will Haley's wounded heart forever be an impenetrable island?

First publish date: 2005

Authors: Davis, Mary author.

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