Francine River's classic romantic novel of love amid the chaos of California's gold rush proves the perfect setting for her revealing re-enactment of the story of Hosea.
Angel, sold into prostitution as a child, survives by keeping her hatred for men alive. Then she meets Michael Hosea who loves her unconditionally. Day by day, he defies Angel's every bitter expectation until, despite her resistance, her heart begins to thaw. But with her unexpected softening come overwhelming feelings of unworthiness and fear. So Angel runs...