One morning, Thayne Jackson finds a young woman disguised as a boy hiding in his barn with toddler in her arms. Upon realizing she's injured, he takes it upon himself to let her stay with him while she heals. She won't tell him where she came from or what happened to her, but he's determined to keep her safe. The Wyoming territory is a dangerous one. He'd never forgive himself if something bad happened to her or the boy.

Abigail (Abby) Nichols learned early in life that you keep your secrets. Don't tell anyone anything unless you absolutely have to. This is good protection for you and for them. The last thing she wants is to stay with Thayne and his orphaned niece, but she doesn't have any choice when she's too injured to leave. She's just going to have to bide her time. Until then, she's determined not to get attached to Thayne, no matter how sweet or handsome he is.