Amidst the untamed beauty of Wallowa Lake, he was content with his loneliness until his unwanted bride appeared. Now, all he wants is to be left alone... but is that what he truly needs? Anna yearns for independence, a privilege she can't experience in her sister's family home. When a torn mail-order bride ad crosses her path, she sees an unexpected chance that leads her to the doorstep of the most rugged rancher she's ever seen......