Brooke has been sold by her uncle as a mail-order bride. Heading west to meet her new husband, the only thing she can imagine is a world just like the one she came from. Abuse and cruelty must be inside every man. That's been her experience anyway.
Sky has heard of his cousin's plan to buy himself a wife to use as he pleases. Sky is sad that his childhood buddy has fallen so low. In an attempt to save the young woman, Sky offers to buy Brooke from him. It's the only way he can see to prevent her being used by his cousin.
Brooke is not a trusting person. Her past has taught her that no man is to be trusted. Sky has the patience of a saint. It's obvious that Brooke has been through a great deal and he prays for her and uses his actions to show Brooke that she has nothing to fear from him. Brooke eventually trusts Sky, but she also feels like he deserves much better than the person she is.
Tensions are high in town and when there's a brutal murder, the blame falls on some Chinamen. The problem is that there is much more to the story and Brooke holds the key. She has been threatened by the man who is involved, but she would do anything to keep Sky safe and holds her tongue. Sky knows that she's holding back but doesn't push. Will all secrets be revealed?
I honestly loved this book. I didn't want to put it down and finished it quickly. The historical information at the end of the book was also very interesting. I also have the second book in the series, High Desert Oasis, which is the story of Sky's cousin, Jason. I look forward to reading it. There are two other books in this series. Book 3 is Fair Valley Refuge, which is about Sky's brother. Book 4 is Spring Meadow Sanctuary and follows Sky's sister, Sharyah. I've placed both of them on my watch list and look forward to reading them in the future. Good Book!
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