This is an historical romance set in San Francisco. It involves a strong woman, a troubled teenager and a doctor with a conscience. You might also enjoy the historical information about San Francisco.

Tammy S. (
zzzangel) wrote on 5/7/2007...
A wonans valiant struggle for life and love, romantic and gritty, always compelling.

Julie Y. (
JulieY) wrote on 4/30/2007...
I usually enjoy Susan Wiggs but this book was boring.

Amanda I. (
tealily) wrote on 4/27/2007...
Sweet Story.
I've been reading Wiggs' books in order and find that each book inproves in structure, plot, etc. This book is no exception and I really appreciate seeing familiar names from past books in each new book. It is good that each books stands on its own, however, and reading the books prior to the one being read is not necessary.
This was a great read. This is the second book by Wiggs that I've read and I think I really like her.
Historical romance.
From the back cover.
A woman's struggle for life and love by turns of romantic and gritty, always compelling.

Debbie A. (
Pepper) wrote on 8/30/2006...
This was a very well written story as I thoght alot about the style of it and was very pleased to see Ms Wiggs out with another winner
A gifted physician, Blue Calhoun, runs a thriving practice from Nob Hill mansion in San Francisco, raising his son alone. A female fugitive appears in his surgery--she has been shot. What is it about her situation that intrigues him? A time of intrigue, high society ballrooms, violence, corruption, and the precious gift of a second chance. A must read!
A gifted but troubled physician, Blue Calhoun runs a thriving medical practice from his Nob Hill mansion in San Francisco while raising his son alone after an unthinkable tragedy. Then one day a female fugitive with a gunshot wound appears in Blue's surgery. Even though she holds a pistol aimed at his heart, the desperation in her eyes awaken Blue's compassion. Reluctantly he is drawn to her fragile beauty, her nerves of steel and the mystery surrounding her circumstances.
Isabel Fish-Wooten has spent most of her life on the run, but everything changes when she forces a stranger to save her life. Yet her rescue comes with an unexpected price. As Isabel recovers from her wounds, she finds herself touched by this remarkable man and yearns to reach out to him and his rebellious son.
From danger-filled back alleys to the glittering ballrooms of high society, Isabel and Blue confront the violence and corruption that threatens their newfound passion. Theirs is an unforgettable quest to discover a rare and special love, and the precious gift of a second chance at happiness.