Though Georgia belle Susanna Anders agrees to accompany her father on a silver prospecting trip to Colorado, her heart belongs to the South. Then charming cowboy Nate Northam saves her father’s life and gives them shelter at his ranch. Feeling gratitude is only natural, but falling for a Yankee? Both of their families would be outraged.

While Susanna’s father recovers at the Northams’ home, Nate can’t help being drawn to the sweet Southern beauty … and wishing he were free to think of courtship. That is until shocking revelations compel both Nate and Susanna to choose where their loyalties lie — fettered to the past or to the promise of a bold new love …

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About The Author

Writing is her primary occupation, but Louise is also an adjunct professor of English and Humanities at Valencia Community College. She tries to inspire younger students to complete their education early, but Louise hopes her experiences also proves to older students that it's never too late to work toward their dreams. Louise and David Gouge have been married for over 46 years; they have four grown children and seven grandchildren.

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