Wilderness Hearts Series by Dorothy Wiley

Loss took everything, love gave him even more. It's 1800 Philadelphia, and the city cowers before a mysterious killer—Yellow Fever. Daniel Armitage and his family are respected members of Philadelphia society. But their status cannot save Daniel’s loved ones. His entire family succumbs to the horrifying disease. His mother’s startling deathbed confession, shakes Daniel to his soul. Another man is really his father. His search for his real father takes him to Kentucky—the edge of the frontier... moreLoss took everything, love gave him even more. It's 1800 Philadelphia, and the city cowers before a mysterious killer—Yellow Fever. Daniel Armitage and his family are respected members of Philadelphia society. But their status cannot save Daniel’s loved ones. His entire family succumbs to the horrifying disease. His mother’s startling deathbed confession, shakes Daniel to his soul. Another man is really his father. His search for his real father takes him to Kentucky—the edge of the frontier. Seeking a father with a different last name, he is now considered an illegitimate bastard and is scorned by everyone, even himself. Except for the people who matter the most—his true father Daniel "Bear" MacKay and Ann Byrd. Captivated by her beauty and fierce independence, Daniel seeks to court Ann but her father won't allow her near a man born out of wedlock. The humiliation of illegitimacy subjects Daniel to social and legal discrimination. And ruthless, back-stabbing Charles Snyder is obsessed with having Ann for himself. Snyder terrorizes Daniel’s new family and the entire town. Bear’s act of unequivocal love grants Daniel a chance for happiness. But only Ann’s courage can save it. "Dorothy Wiley takes you on an action-packed adventure on the Kentucky Frontier in this enthralling tale of self-discovery, finding true love, and the meaning of family." – Peggy L. Henderson, Bestselling Historical Romance Author "Wiley's writing has such realism that I am transported to Kentucky and that time period as I read and feel I know the characters well!" – JoAnne Weiss, Romancing the Book Reviewer less

Gabe McGrath has secured the title to his land among the blue-green pastures and rolling hills of 1806 frontier Kentucky. During a violent storm--the second worst night of his life--Gabe seeks shelter at the home of a nearby cattleman and meets the man's stunning, strong-willed daughter, Martha Wyllie . Burdens of grief and a desire for justice stand in the way of Gabe's happiness... moreGabe McGrath has secured the title to his land among the blue-green pastures and rolling hills of 1806 frontier Kentucky. During a violent storm--the second worst night of his life--Gabe seeks shelter at the home of a nearby cattleman and meets the man's stunning, strong-willed daughter, Martha Wyllie . Burdens of grief and a desire for justice stand in the way of Gabe's happiness. And Martha holds a sacred, secret promise deep in her heart that makes her deny her attraction to the handsome neighbor. While Gabe heroically confronts both the haunting tragedies of the past and the ruthless and wide-ranging violence of a brutal gang, Martha must make a heartrending choice between keeping her word and following her heart. Wiley's newest page-turner is a tale in the style of her seven other highly rated historical, frontier western novels in her popular American Wilderness and Wilderness Hearts series. When the destinies of Wiley's memorable characters intersect, and obstacles stand in the way of love, this author delivers a riveting story teeming with action and brimming with emotional realism. Wiley's well-blended use of humor, sadness, and tender moving moments will touch your heart and make you smile. It will appeal to all readers, especially those who love westerns and American historical romances. AMERICAN WILDERNESS SERIES  (Stories of the Wyllie brothers) Book One -WILDERNESS TRAIL OF LOVE Book Two - NEW FRONTIER OF LOVE Book Three - WHISPERING HILLS OF LOVE Book Four - FRONTIER HIGHLANDER VOW OF LOVE Book Five - FRONTIER GIFT OF LOVE Book Six - THE BEAUTY OF LOVE WILDERNESS HEARTS SERIES (Stories of the grown Wyllie children) Book One - LOVE'S NEW BEGINNING Book Two - LOVE'S SUNRISE Book Three - Releasing winter 2017! Each book is a stand-alone, full-length novel featuring a different couple. For those who enjoy reading an entire series, you may want to start with Book One - WILDERNESS TRAIL OF LOVE. less