New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller gave readers "a gift to treasure" (Romantic Times) with her acclaimed Springwater Seasons novels. Now, once again capturing the spirit of early America, she delivers a marvelous tale of love, family loyalty, and passionate desire on the Western frontier -- where fairy tales sometimes do come true.
She was the only child of a rich and powerful rancher. He was the son of a drunken ne'er-do-well. But when eleven-year-old Luke Shardlow rescued eight-year-old Charity Barnham from drowning, she promised him one wish...any wish his heart might desire.
Fifteen years later, Charity and Luke meet once more, but the gulf between them seems as wide as ever. Charity is engaged to a neighboring rancher her father has chosen for her. Luke still seems to be a Shardlow to the core -- a drifter, maybe even an outlaw, on a road to nowhere. But things are not always what they appear, for Luke has a few secrets to hide. And as a sweet, sensual passion begins to grow between them, Luke and Charity discover that the only wish either of them long to fulfill is to spend a sweet eternity in each other's arms -- no matter the cost.
Vanessa O. (butterflyvo) from HOMER, GA wrote on 8/3/2007...
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
i almost cried in a few spots with this one, a very good romance and i don't read alot of romances anymore.
Frances H. (Dimples2212) from HOFFMAN EST, IL wrote on 4/9/2008...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Takes place in the wild, wild west. When they were both adolescents, Luke saves Charity and her doll from drowning. She grants him one wish; however, he chooses not to collect it. He changes his mind some 15 years later when he's become a bounty-hunter/gunslinger and she the daughter of a wealthy landowner. This is a good story.
Sue A. (Sue1120) from TUSCOLA, IL wrote on 4/15/2007...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
I really enjoyed this book. Lina Lael Miller is one of my favorite authors and I haven't read a book of hers I didn't like.
Kelly F. from COOKEVILLE, TN wrote on 2/19/2007...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Marvelous tale of love, family, loyalty and passionate desire on the Western fronties - where fairy tales sometimes do come true.
Margaret B. from STOCKTON, CA wrote on 1/30/2007...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
good book
Niki V. (missslady) from DUMFRIES, VA wrote on 11/19/2006...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Great Read!!! I've enjoyed this book.
Sandy L. (SaL) from LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ wrote on 10/29/2006...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
A great romance set in the old west
Nicky W. from BELLEVUE, NE wrote on 10/5/2006...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Not my favorite by this Author but a good read.
Nancy B. (Bozat) from PLEASANT HILL, OR wrote on 8/6/2006...
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
Very good story about a young woman and man in love in the horse and buggy days. I don't usually like books that take place during this era, but loved this one. I read it in two days while camping.
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Paula P. (nickie) from COLLINSVILLE, VA wrote on 4/21/2007...
She was the only child of a rich and powerful rancher. He was the son of a drunken ne'er do-well. But when eleven year-old Luke Shardlow rescued eight-year-old Charity Barnham from drowning, she promised him one wish..any wish his heart might desire.
Fifteen years later, Charity and Luke meet once more, but the gulf between them seems as wide as ever. Charity is engaged to a neighboring rancher her father has chosen for her. Luke still seems to be a Shardlow to the core-a drifter,maybe even an outlaw, on a road to nowhere. But things are not always what they appear, for Luke has a few secrets to hide. And as a sweet, sensual passion begins to grow between them, Luke and Charity discover that the only wish either of them long to fulfill is to spend a sweet eternity in each other's arms-no matter the cost.
Samantha Y. (samanthachels) from KELSEYVILLE, CA wrote on 4/2/2007...
She was the only child of a rich and powerful rancher. He was the son of a drunken ne'er-do-well. But when eleven-year-old Luke Shardlow rescued eight-year-old Charity Barnham from drowning, she promised him one wish...any wish his heart might desire.
Fifteen years later, Charity and Luke meet once more, but the gulf between them seems as wide as ever. Charity is engaged to a neighboring rancher her father has chosen for her. Luke still seems to be a Shardlow to the core -- a drifter, maybe even an outlaw, on a road to nowhere. But things are not always what they appear, for Luke has a few secrets to hide. And as a sweet, sensual passion begins to grow between them, Luke and Charity discover that the only wish either of them long to fulfill is to spend a sweet eternity in each other's arms -- no matter the cost.
Great Read. bye Sam :~)
Claudia F. (Claudia413) from COCONUT CREEK, FL wrote on 2/20/2007...
She was the only child of a rich and powerful rancher. He was the son of a drunken ne'er-do'well. But when he rescued her from drowning, she promised him one wish...any wish his heart might desire.
Chelsey R. (Chezriff) from DONNELLSON, IA wrote on 7/1/2006...
I liked this book
Karen R. (glamwanttobe) from BROWNSVILLE, OR wrote on 6/19/2006...
this is a great read! Romantic, western.
Sammiejo S. (Sammiejo) from CHIPPEWA FLS, WI wrote on 6/5/2006...
I remember this being a very sweet story.
Lil G. (foggydaze) from HALF MOON BAY, CA wrote on 5/22/2006...
Linda Lael Miller rarely disappoints
Valerie V. from ALTOONA, PA wrote on 4/19/2006...
This is one of my favorite books and I wouldnt be listing it on here If i didnt already have a copy saved for myself. Linda Lael Miller is an awesome story teller who pulls you right into the worlds she creates.
One Wish
She was the only child of a rich and powerful ranchr. He was the son of a drunker N'er do well. But when 11 year old Luke Shardlow Rescued 8 year old Charity Barnham from drowning. She promised him One Wish. Any wish his heart May desire. This story takes place 15 years after that meeting and is a wonderful read.
Debra M. (dreamer) from CLEWISTON, FL wrote on 4/11/2006...
She was the only child of a rich and powerful rancer. He was the son of a drunken ne'er do well. But when eleven year old Luke Swhardlow rescued 8 year old Charity Barnham from drowning, she promised him one wish, any wish his heart might desire. Fifteen years later, Charity and Luke meet once more, but the gulf between them seems as wide as ever. Charity is engaged to a neighboring rncher her fater has chosen for her. Luke still seems to be a Shardlow to the core, a drifter, maybe even an outlaw, on a road to nowhere. But things are not always what they appear, for Luke has a few secrets to hide.,
Donna B. from DECATURVILLE, TN wrote on 2/2/2006...
She was the only child of a rich and powerful rancher. He was the son of a drunken ne'er-do-well. But when eleven-year-old Luke Shardlow rescued eight-year-old Charity Barnham from drowning, she promised him one wish...any wish his heart might desire.
Fifteen years later, Charity and Luke meet once more, but the gulf between them seems as wide as ever. Charity is engaged to a neighboring rancher her father has chosen for her. Luke still seems to be a Shardlow to the core--a drifter, maybe even an outlaw, on a road to nowhere. But things are not always what they appear, for Luke has a few secrets to hide. And as sweet, sensual passion begins to grow between them, Luke and Charity discover that the only wish either of them long to fulfill is to spend a sweet eternity in each other's arms--no matter the cost.