I think the author described this story the best in the "Dear Reader" letter at the end of the book: "Wounded. A word that conjures up sympathy, empathy and pain. But to Emma Duvere and Seth McAllister, it is something that draws them together, erases barriers and sets them on a path to love. In the small town of Rosewood, Texas, the healing begins." I thought the way Emma and Seth got to know each other was endearing and well done. I would love to find a town like Rosewood and move there; I wonder if there is such a place these days, a small town that knows everyone and cares about everyone. Owning a costume shop was also unique, and very believable. I look forward to reading more in the "Rosewood, Texas" series.

The description of the story on the back cover of the book: "Her world shattered by tragedy, Emma Perry thought she'd never survive the murder of her husband and child, let alone regain her faith and ability to trust. But the Witness Security program took her to Rosewood, Texas, where a caring community and belief in God gave her the strength to rebuild her life. And the compassion to reach out to others - wounded souls like Seth McAllister, Emma's embittered neighbor, who was struggling with the death of his own child. Together, Seth and Emma began to open their hearts to love. But when the still-obsessed killer picked up Emma's trail, would Seth's prayers be enough to pull them through?" ( )