A Drifter’s Duty to Her Heart

A Historical Western Romance Novel

Esther Temkin left everything behind to make a fresh start out West—but nothing goes as planned. What was meant to be a sensible marriage and a new life quickly unravels, leaving her abandoned in an unfamiliar and unforgiving land. With no one else to turn to, she sends a letter to the only person who has ever made her feel safe—a childhood friend she hasn’t seen in years, though they’ve never stopped writing.

Goffredo “Freddie” Smith has never belonged anywhere. Haunted by a tragic past, he’s spent years drifting—except for the anchor of Esther’s memory. Upon receiving her letter and knowing she needs help, he drops everything to reach her, knowing it may be the last time he’s welcome in her life… but unable to stay away.

As Esther and Goffredo work to build a life on the frontier, a powerful local rancher sets his sights on her land—and doesn’t take kindly to interference. As threats close in, so do old feelings neither of them expected to face again. When loyalty is tested and danger grows, will Esther and Goffredo find the courage to fight for each other, or will fear drive them apart forever?

"A Drifter’s Duty to Her Heart" is a historical western romance novel of approximately 60,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

Tropes: (Childhood) Friends to lovers, Reunion of Estranged Lovers, Marriage of Convenience.