New cover.An Irishman's dream. A coal miner's daughter's vow. Danger and desire in the heart of Texas.Finn O'Neill has always longed for a ranch, horses, and a home of his own—but he never thought his dream would come at such a high price. To earn his future, he strikes a bargain with Grandpa McClintock and his nephew: pose as a miner in Lignite, Texas, and uncover the saboteurs behind a string of deadly disasters at the Farland Coal Mine.Stella Clayton has seen too much heartbreak in the mining camps, and she's determined to protect her younger brother from a life underground. She vows never to marry a miner, no matter how charming the newcomer might be. But when Finn arrives, sparks fly, and Stella is torn between her promise and her growing feelings.As Finn investigates, he finds himself—and the Claytons—embroiled in danger. With lives and dreams on the line, Finn and Stella must trust each other if they hope to build a future together. Can they overcome suspicion, peril, and the secrets of the past to claim love and happiness?Perfect for readers who love western historical romance, Texas frontier romance, Irish hero stories, coal mining drama, strong heroine tales, romantic suspense westerns, and family saga novels.
