In 1907, Ryan McCoy can do little against an abusive father and a sexually deviant step-brother but run away. It's the first snowfall of winter and she quickly finds herself at the mercy of the elements.Michael discovers the strikingly beautiful native girl half frozen in the snow. He’s not sure how this little snow flower got there, but one thing is certain: he will not leave her to die.Upon awakening the next day, Ryan is in an unfamiliar cabin and, after some persistent questioning, she admits her dilemma to Michael, her savior. Unable to send her back to an abusive home, he decides against his better judgment that she can stay.Five years later they have secretly lived happily as guardian and ward, but Ryan’s father has learned of their indiscretion and he’s given Michael an ultimatum: either Michael marries his daughter or he sends her home.Though Michael has had thoughts of marrying Ryan, the fact that he has been her caregiver for the last five years makes him think his romantic thoughts towards her make him unworthy of her trust and love.Will Ryan convince Michael she loves and trust him, only him, or is she destined to live her life alone and at the mercy of all other men?