After three years of marriage, Rose Stevens is feeling neglected by her husband, Clyde, and she longs for the love and attention he once showed her. His sawmill business seems to consume all his time making him tired and preoccupied. Following weeks of arguing, questions arise as to whether their love will last. Surprising friendships form and bring about a change of heart, allowing for the possibility of a rekindled romance. When a town tragedy threatens to end their happy future, Rose wonders if they will have the chance to start over or if the opportunity has passed them by.This is a historical romance short story and the prequel to "Return to Sowder's Mill"
Pen name used by Frances Christine Fisher Tiernan (July 5, 1846 – March 24, 1920), an American author who wrote more than 50 novels, most notably The Land of the Sky.