Historical romance setting immerses readers in 1849 St. Louis for a vivid backdrop
Faith-based narrative offers themes of sacrifice and redemption
Arranged marriage trope provides a fresh take on love and duty
Cholera outbreak adds tension and realism to the story
Award-winning author delivers engaging and award-winning prose
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Haunted by the death of her sister, Finola Shanahan has resolved that she's not worthy of a family of her own and commits to spending her days caring for immigrants in the slums. Unwilling to consider marriage, Finola has perfected the ability to sabotage the relationships her parents arrange for her. At wit's end, her father calls upon t