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In the Vale of Dreams
When cholera crashes through the wagon train
Striker lies at death’s door, and Tamsyn fears she may lose him forever. Whatever made her think she was meant to be a healer? She doesn’t have enough training or experience! Worse still, Charles Colter—the brother of another patient—has begun pressing his suit. Tamsyn tries to discourage him, but his interest only deepens.
Then the deaths begin. One after another. Now, she trembles outside Striker’s tent, too terrified to enter, and Charles arrives to once again invite her to share a meal at his fire.
Still weak from illness, Striker finds Tamsyn smiling at another man outside his tent. Huh. Just how long has he been sick, exactly? After nearly getting her and Edi killed, he knows he deserves her anger. He simply never imagined she might give her heart to someone else. However, his fears are allayed when Tamsyn launches herself into his arms. This is better. Much better.
But he still has to get Tamsyn and this wagon train to Oregon, and grief has twisted Charles Colter into something dangerously vengeful. When Charles stalks Tamsyn across the wilderness, Striker must fight not only the raging frontier, but a man determined to exact revenge on the woman he loves.
Striker lies at death’s door, and Tamsyn fears she may lose him forever. Whatever made her think she was meant to be a healer? She doesn’t have enough training or experience! Worse still, Charles Colter—the brother of another patient—has begun pressing his suit. Tamsyn tries to discourage him, but his interest only deepens.
Then the deaths begin. One after another. Now, she trembles outside Striker’s tent, too terrified to enter, and Charles arrives to once again invite her to share a meal at his fire.
Still weak from illness, Striker finds Tamsyn smiling at another man outside his tent. Huh. Just how long has he been sick, exactly? After nearly getting her and Edi killed, he knows he deserves her anger. He simply never imagined she might give her heart to someone else. However, his fears are allayed when Tamsyn launches herself into his arms. This is better. Much better.
But he still has to get Tamsyn and this wagon train to Oregon, and grief has twisted Charles Colter into something dangerously vengeful. When Charles stalks Tamsyn across the wilderness, Striker must fight not only the raging frontier, but a man determined to exact revenge on the woman he loves.
328 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 4, 2026
About the author
Lynnette Bonner
96 books453 followersLYNNETTE BONNER, the daughter of missionaries, was born and raised in Malawi, Africa, graduated high school from Rift Valley Academy, a boarding school in Kenya, and attended Northwest University in Washington, where she met her husband, Marty. A few years after their marriage, they moved to Pierce, Idaho. While studying the history of their little town, Lynnette was inspired to begin The Shepherd’s Heart Series with Rocky Mountain Oasis.
Marty and Lynnette have four children and currently live in Washington, where Marty pastors a church.
Marty and Lynnette have four children and currently live in Washington, where Marty pastors a church.
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June 18, 2026
Done way too soon
This story had me from the beginning. Didn't want to put it down. Action from the beginning and didn't disappoint throughout the chapters. Felt like I was on the trail from the beginning. Wish it would have lasted longer. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys reading, very enthralling start to finish.
This story had me from the beginning. Didn't want to put it down. Action from the beginning and didn't disappoint throughout the chapters. Felt like I was on the trail from the beginning. Wish it would have lasted longer. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys reading, very enthralling start to finish.
September 8, 2026
Adventure, Danger, and Romance at Its Best!
I loved everything about this book! It had the perfect mix of adventure, danger, and romance. The characters were so well-written, and I loved every single one of them.
This story was a total page-turner that kept me hooked from start to finish. Even with a busy day taking care of my kids, I found myself reading late into the night because I couldn't wait to see what would happen next. If you don't have kids to distract you, you could easily read this whole book in one sitting with only a few breaks to eat!
In the Vale of Dreams is an amazing read, and I hear there is going to be a book six. I truly cannot wait for the next one!
I loved everything about this book! It had the perfect mix of adventure, danger, and romance. The characters were so well-written, and I loved every single one of them.
This story was a total page-turner that kept me hooked from start to finish. Even with a busy day taking care of my kids, I found myself reading late into the night because I couldn't wait to see what would happen next. If you don't have kids to distract you, you could easily read this whole book in one sitting with only a few breaks to eat!
In the Vale of Dreams is an amazing read, and I hear there is going to be a book six. I truly cannot wait for the next one!
August 18, 2026
Good read
I thought this book was very good! I found the plot about revenge interesting. I like the way it came out and am looking forward to read more about these characters in future books. Well worth the time to read.
I thought this book was very good! I found the plot about revenge interesting. I like the way it came out and am looking forward to read more about these characters in future books. Well worth the time to read.
October 23, 2026
Loved this book!!
This book is full.of wonderful characters all traveling together to their promised land! Its full of excitement, adventure, danger and most of all, love! I highly recommend this book and this author! She's A wonderful writer!
This book is full.of wonderful characters all traveling together to their promised land! Its full of excitement, adventure, danger and most of all, love! I highly recommend this book and this author! She's A wonderful writer!
October 24, 2026
History & adventure
This has been a very interesting series to read ‘ the author combined history with breathtaking detail of landscapes and people living to make a better life
For themself . I hope that book six comes out soon as this was such an enjoyable read . NjH
This has been a very interesting series to read ‘ the author combined history with breathtaking detail of landscapes and people living to make a better life
For themself . I hope that book six comes out soon as this was such an enjoyable read . NjH
June 26, 2026
The Best
It was so good, loved the live story and finally having them reach Oregon/California.
What happened to Cody and Chevonne.?
It was so good, loved the live story and finally having them reach Oregon/California.
What happened to Cody and Chevonne.?
July 2, 2026
Oregon Promise
Another great book by Lynette Bonner. Loved all the characters and their integrity. Looking forward to the next one. Like that is historically factual
Another great book by Lynette Bonner. Loved all the characters and their integrity. Looking forward to the next one. Like that is historically factual
July 15, 2026
Love these stories
One of the best authors I have ever read!! I love the characters. How the pages flow. I always look forward to the next book and the next.
One of the best authors I have ever read!! I love the characters. How the pages flow. I always look forward to the next book and the next.
September 26, 2026
Striker and Tamsyn
Striker and Tamsyn live each other and find it finally. The beautiful valley found through many trials I cannot wait for until book 6 comes out.
Striker and Tamsyn live each other and find it finally. The beautiful valley found through many trials I cannot wait for until book 6 comes out.
October 6, 2026
the healer and the scout
I enjoyed this book. Clean and full of action is great. Enough going on till you can’t stop reading. Waiting for #6!
I enjoyed this book. Clean and full of action is great. Enough going on till you can’t stop reading. Waiting for #6!
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