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In the era of expanding railways, Madison Brecker rises from humble beginnings to dominate the railroad industry, his life marked by triumphs and scars. Across the tracks, Trinity Lee, haunted by the loss of her mother at the hands of a ruthless marauder, plots a formidable revenge. As their paths collide, ambition and vengeance intertwine, turning the iron rails into a battleground for power and retribution. The novel explores themes of perseverance, revenge, and the harsh realities of an unforgiving age.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Sandra Canfield
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