Creek-Seminole Indian, Summer West just wants to become a teacher, but it’s not easy to overcome the prejudices of white settlers. When Summer is attacked during the Oklahoma land rush melee, a handsome Potawatomie outlaw rescues her from danger.
On the run from the law and a gang of bandits he conned out of their loot, Wild Eagle confronts a past haunted by mistakes and poor decisions. Determined to reclaim his honorable heritage, he vows to make things right. Inspired by Summer’s strength and character, he must succeed in order to earn the young woman’s love and trust.
Summer finds sanctuary in Wild Eagle’s embrace, but when the outlaw’s past transgressions come to light, their new life together is threatened. Can he repair his past enough to keep her love?
Read the rest of the Western Trails series:
Trail of Injustice, book 1
Trail of Hope, book 2
Trail of Courage, book 3
Trail of Secrets, book 4
Mia's Misfits, book 5 and book 13 in the Alphabet Mail-Order Brides series
Whether writing epic fantasy/paranormal, WWII, or historical western romance, Heidi Vanlandingham’s books are sweet, where characters are inspired to overcome life’s hardships and loving families build strong communities.
Heidi's words: I grew up near the panhandle of Oklahoma—what I claim is the “treeless armpit” of the state. While I dream of pines and mountains, my love of family keeps me here. My favorite things in life are laughter, in-depth talks with my son, fantasy-paranormal/western romance, music, and road trips.
Great storyline, the author allowed this reader to share what she wanted understood. I loved it. Great characters. I had read Summer's story of being adopted with her cousin Billy & young friend, so it was heartwarming to read of her growing into a beautiful young woman. I enjoyed her meeting Wild Eagle, his coming to the understanding that Summer was not the typical woman of her time, she was her own unique person for him to call in love with.
I liked that Tyra & Clint's love story was a part of the book.
Great Read.. Enjoy learning more of Native American history.