Books like Josie by Vivian Schurfranz
Josie, a spirited fifteen‑year‑old, yearns for romance and excitement, yet she keeps her distance from James, the kind head of the Carson City Pony Express. When a dashing new rider named Mike boards the Express, Josie believes she has finally found true love. However, a confrontation with a notorious woman outlaw forces her to confront the darker realities behind the allure of adventure.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Vivian Schurfranz
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