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Linnet’s move from London to the Kentucky frontier is shattered when a brutal Indian raid decimates her wagon train, leaving her isolated in a hostile wilderness. Captured by a Shawnee tribe, she is taken in by a handsome young warrior who speaks perfect English. Their bond grows, but the warrior’s powerful chief, jealous and vengeful, compels them to flee. Together they face a treacherous journey filled with danger and betrayal, challenging both their lives and their love. Their story blends historical setting with romantic adventure, set against the backdrop of the James River and Kentucky landscapes.
First publish date: 1983
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Jude Deveraux
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