is a historical romance novel, part of the "White" series, about Eirica Macauley, a widow traveling the Oregon Trail with her children after her abusive husband drowns. She finds herself drawn to fellow traveler James Jones, who offers her love and protection, but she struggles with her past trauma and desire for independence as they journey west. The book explores themes of survival, healing, and finding love after abuse, and is often recommended to be read after White Wol