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In the midst of the American Civil War, Kristin McCahy battles to preserve her family's ranch and survive the turmoil that surrounds her. When her hope seems lost, a mysterious stranger named Cole Slater arrives, weapons blazing and eyes filled with fierce devotion. Together they confront the challenges of a fractured nation, heal deep wounds, and raise a new generation, forging a love that endures long after the gunfire has faded.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Heather Graham
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