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During the Great Depression, Leona Dawson manages her brother‑in‑law Andy’s gas station on U.S. Route 66 in Oklahoma. A chance encounter with a transient Texan, Yates, who saves Andy’s life, sets off a complicated relationship. As Leona navigates community gossip and growing peril, Yates must protect her and confront the threats that loom over the highway. Their bond is tested when tragedy strikes, forcing them to face both external danger and their own doubts.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Suspense/Romantic Suspense
Authors: Dorothy Garlock
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