Prudence Beck is in a dilemma. Her new husband has been hanged as a horse thief and she is alone on the brink of motherhood. The majestic Washington Territory beckons, and Prudence soon finds herself the somewhat unwelcome guest of Jonathan Hartwell,MorePrudence Beck is in a dilemma. Her new husband has been hanged as a horse thief and she is alone on the brink of motherhood. The majestic Washington Territory beckons, and Prudence soon finds herself the somewhat unwelcome guest of Jonathan Hartwell, a rugged lumberman.
His wife died after the birth of their child and his now four-year-old daughter hungers for the warmth of a mothers love. Prudence feels that she can provide the love they both need . . . if only Jonathan will look through the eyes of his heart.