Bess is nineteen, alone, and running for her life. In the rugged mountains of Montana, after her brother's violent death leaves her at the mercy of his dangerous companions, she makes a desperate choice: she arms herself, mounts a horse, and rides into the wilderness. What begins as flight becomes a journey of self-discovery as Bess navigates the physical and emotional challenges of survival, eventually leading her from the wild frontier to the drawing rooms of Eastern high society, to grandparents she never knew existed. Along the way, she encounters a kind tenderfoot who offers brief companionship and kindness before circumstances separate them. When their paths cross again under unexpected circumstances, Bess must navigate not only the threat that drove her from Montana but also the complications that threaten her chance at happiness. A rousing adventure of courage, resilience, and unexpected love from one of the early 20th century's most popular inspirational writers.
