“ When the shot rang out, she jerked as if the ball had plowed into her own body. The blast echoed and reechoed, loud and reverberating, punctuating her worst fear with a cutting finality. Running, runn… Catherine Anderson
“ When everyone had been dispatched, he turned to Loretta, one dark eyebrow cocked, his indigo eyes twinkling with laughter.One wife and only one wife, forever with no horizon?Loretta’s gaze chased off,… Catherine Anderson
“ Strangling fear surged up his throat. Amy, skirts flying, blond hair a gleaming target, was running in a straight line for the wagons, Loretta right behind her. The white, spying the women, had stopp… Catherine Anderson
“ She splayed her fingers on his chest, shoving with the heels of her hands to lever herself away from him. Hunter tensed his arm at her waist to hold her. He wondered if she was aware of his hardness.… Catherine Anderson
“ Now they were married, even in the eyes of people. For forever. The thought panicked her as she pushed her dress down her hips and stood to step out of it. She would have to go through this disgustin… Catherine Anderson
“ My mother, Woman with Many Robes, asks if you want to eat?Loretta gave an emphatic shake of her head, pressing closer to his chest. In a toss-up, she chose to stay with Hunter. He leaned forward so he… Catherine Anderson
“ Meat broth. Hunter cradled her in one arm and held a steaming cup to her lips. Loretta filled her mouth. Her throat refused to work. She rested her head against her captor’s shoulder, then with great… Catherine Anderson
“ Make me a story.Hunter, I don’t have a stitch of clothes on, she squeaked.One of his dark eyebrows flicked upward. You must have clothes to make stories?No. I guess I…well, it might help me think.He s… Catherine Anderson
“ He could only trust in the Great Ones that all would be well for her there. He feared her adoptive father might abuse her, but there was no way he could protect her when she wasn’t at his side. His ch… Catherine Anderson
“ From the moment she had stepped out from her wooden walls, the path ahead of him had been clearly marked, but he had been too blind to see it. A woman and a Comanche, their pasts stained with tears a… Catherine Anderson
“ Does Warrior mind my staying here? What will his wife say?She welcomes you. It is good. Be easy, Blue Eyes. My mother is close. She will come with her spoon. He steered Loretta through the doorway. Wa… Catherine Anderson
“ Do you love me, Hunter? Truly love me?I have great love for you.Then take me away from here, she whispered raggedly. It’s the only way for us to have a future together. The only way. Please think abou… Catherine Anderson
“ Did I test your patience, my father?Many Horses seemed to ponder that question a moment. I found myself short on patience the time you shot me in the thigh with your first bow and arrow. It wouldn’t h… Catherine Anderson
“ Come, let’s get in the house. You never know with those savages. They’re just as likely to double back to catch us unaware.The door to the cabin stood open, and Loretta followed the others inside. Tur… Catherine Anderson
“ Come to think of it, Warrior was even more dangerous with his first rifle. Remember the time he accidentally fired through my lodge and shot a hole in your mother’s cooking pot? She was boiling rabbit… Catherine Anderson
“ Come here, little one.I want to go back.He hoped she stood there arguing for a time. Obey your husband.She wrinkled her nose. It’s broad daylight., come.Growing tired of just looking when he could be… Catherine Anderson
“ Blue Eyes… He trailed his lips down one of her braids until he found the sweet curve of her neck. Make a picture for me, yes? So I can see what you fear.What good will that do?Fear is a strong enemy.… Catherine Anderson
“ Blue Eyes, you will be a fine wife in time, he said gravely.No, I won’t. Her gaze flew to his, brimming with misery and tears. Oh, Hunter, what’s the matter with me?Studying her small face, Hunter rea… Catherine Anderson
“ At the edge of the village, Loretta saw a group of men milling, their horses ground-tied and outfitted for travel. Are those men going with you to find Amy?Yes. I must hurry. Hunter’s pace slowed as t… Catherine Anderson
“ Again, he thrust out his hand. Take it, Yellow Hair, in friendship.She was afraid he might drag her onto his mount if she touched him, but his eyes compelled her. Besides, if he was set on it, he’d ha… Catherine Anderson
