Hannah is desperate for help...William is determined to regain his family's land... When her father disappears in war-torn Mississippi, Hannah Dandridge finds herself responsible not only for her younger siblings but also for the Texas ranch her father recently acquired. A marriage of convenience could ease her predicament... but is it the true desire of her heart? Wounded soldier William Barnett returns home only to find out that his family's ranch has been seized. Though angered at this turn of events, he's surprised to discover that it is a beautiful young woman with amazing fortitude who is struggling to keep the place running.Despite these circumstances, Hannah and William form an uneasy truce... and an undeniable attraction builds between them. In a land where loyalties are divided in a country ravaged by war, is there any hope that the first blush of love can survive? "Beloved inspirational author Peterson brings the Texas territory to life... as a strong, independent woman, [the heroine] Hannah is a great draw for female readers. "--Booklist "This was a well-written story with interesting insight into life during the Civil War...A good book for anyone who enjoys Christian historical fiction." --Radiant Lit"Rich in historical detail and accuracy, Book One of this trilogy showcases the writing abilities of Tracie Peterson.  Rating: 3"--Libraries Alive