"Love's healing power proves triumphant"

Brianna Cameron feels no sorrow upon hearing her husband is dead. His brutal betrayal of her, her family and her clan has left her leery of trusting her judgement when it comes to men, especially handsome ones. Brianna is fine, emotionally strong enough to leave the safety of her brother's keep and return to her own home. While journeying there, Brianna's carriage plunges off a cliff, leaving her seriously injured. She's rescued by a man whose gentle touch is offset by the horrible visage he presents.

Royce meant to hide from the world until his latest battle scars could heal, but Brianna's wounds require his immediate attention. Royce also carries emotional scars, just as Brianna does. Together they heal each other and form a bond, despite their pasts. However, Royce is not totally honest with Brianna, and his deception as to his true identity could destroy her growing love for him.

This is a tender love story about love's healing power and its ability to triumph over the darkest of memories. Ms. Fletcher writes a wonderful romance that leaves you with a good feeling. If you've read and liked her earlier novels, you'll certainly enjoy this one.

Reviewed by Debrah Douglas
Courtesy Old Book Barn Gazette
Posted February 12, 2003

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Summary

Left for dead after a carriage accident, Brianna Cameron wakes to find herself in a one-room cottage with a tall, dark, and badly scarred man tending her wounds. Once a fierce warrior who charmed many a woman into bed, he is now a broken man, shattered by war. But caring for Brianna seems to heal the scars on his soul...and open his heart to the redemptive power of love.