A dying old man. A promise given. An unwanted wife. Sadie has spent her entire life around logging camps, safely hidden in plain sight and finding a measure of freedom and solace with her horse, Dancer. She always keep her distance away from the rough loggers until Jad Alenson arrives on the scene. He is different, with a quick sense of humor, friendly nature, and takes pride in being a man who keeps his promises. She knows exactly what kind of woman he wants, and unfortunately, she doesn't fit the criteria. But, with two words Jad seals their lives together, starting a series of events that will either help them build a life together or tear them apart. They will both discover who they really are inside where it counts the most and what's most important to them.Together they head for home and must traverse the wilds of 1846 Washington and Oregon and all the dangers that involves. But, the most dangerous thing of all could be not seeing what is right in front of you until you almost lose it.