This was a very interesting story. I enjoyed the characters, the setting, the story line and the feeling it left with me. There were some inconsistencies in the story, some with the descriptions and grammar. An example is the heroine's hair went from wavy light brown, to chestnut curls to honey-brown length to tawny waves curling down her back. Overall, it is a very good book that needs to be read. There is plenty of mystery, action and adventure. This is not a typical romance where man meets woman, there is a little controversy and then they are wed. This is a little more in depth. I would definitely recommend reading. 5 stars

This was an enjoyable book to read. It gave me insight into another type of life . The characters were interesting and funny at times . Despite some sadness when the horse was poisoned which I skipped over as I dislike anything like that. I do recommend that you read this book.

Jonathan was on his way to learn the lumber trade. A native of Baltimore, Jonathan's father had partnered with Dalton Wydcliffe years before. Now that Wydcliffe's health was failing, Jonathan was sent to maintain the family's interest in the business. Before he could arrive, he rescued a young woman, who was dressed and rode like a young boy, from a robbery. That evening he learned that the young woman was Wilhelmina (Willie), Dalton's youngest daughter. Willie was determined to keep the family lumber business stable and even growing.

Others seemed determined to see the Wydcliffes face disaster. One problem after another was endured and Willis and Jonathan battled. He was determined to wed her and she was determined not to lose her independence or her heart. There was more descriptive romantic scenes than I usually like, but on the whole the book was an entertaining read.