This book follows Loedicia on her journey to return to her 2nd husband, Roth. She is forced to make a cross country trip from New Orleans to South Carolina (in 1794). This is so real and visceral, you really understand how difficult of a journey it would have been.

The second half of the book is about Dicia's daughter, Rebel, and her loveless marriage to Brandon, a duke. Brandon is the ambitious governor of Grenada, and Rebel is pregnant -- only she's carrying the child of her French-Indian lover, Beau.

These are really an amazing series of books, and I don't usually read historical romances. Pick all of these up and you've got a great read.

I am not the stereotypical historical romance reader. I am a career professional with 3 grown children and 3 grandchildren. Reading is my relaxation and my hobby. I read a great deal and have read most of the hot authors; Lael-Miller, Woodewiss, McNaughton and many others. None can compare to Shiplett!

The only negative thing I can honestly say about this author is that she has not given us enough. Please, if you can, let her know we are hungry for more!

PS - If there are any producers out there this series would make a great movie maybe even two!