Heartsgate Hinterlands Series by Peggy L Henderson

Blake Simmons gave up on himself – and life – two years ago when he lost his wife to a random act of violence. These days, not much brings him joy except his doting sister, and immersing himself in his historical research about the Westward Expansion of the 1850’s. Bizarre circumstances with a crazy, purple-haired lady thrust Blake into a world where even his imagination pales in comparison.Nora Harker doesn’t fit the mold of a mid-century farm wife... moreBlake Simmons gave up on himself – and life – two years ago when he lost his wife to a random act of violence. These days, not much brings him joy except his doting sister, and immersing himself in his historical research about the Westward Expansion of the 1850’s. Bizarre circumstances with a crazy, purple-haired lady thrust Blake into a world where even his imagination pales in comparison.Nora Harker doesn’t fit the mold of a mid-century farm wife. Her passion is on the open trail, far away from city life. Fighting against stubborn male egos who can’t see past traditional stereotypes, Nora has reached a dead-end, until a peculiar stranger unexpectedly offers her the chance of a lifetime.Working together proves to be more than just a learning experience for Blake and Nora. Each has something the other needs to reach their goals along the Oregon Trail. As deception and secrets threaten to tear them apart, can they find strength in each other and allow their hearts to be awakened before it’s too late? less

Brandi Simmons’ love life has been a series of disappointments. After a short-term time travel trip to the past, she finds herself more alone than ever. A confrontation with the magical matchmaker, Dr. Lachele Simpson only results in a way to vent her feelings and getting lost in the Teton Mountains.Boone Weston has traveled into the wilderness to escape his painful past. Unfortunately, he cannot outrun his memories... moreBrandi Simmons’ love life has been a series of disappointments. After a short-term time travel trip to the past, she finds herself more alone than ever. A confrontation with the magical matchmaker, Dr. Lachele Simpson only results in a way to vent her feelings and getting lost in the Teton Mountains.Boone Weston has traveled into the wilderness to escape his painful past. Unfortunately, he cannot outrun his memories. A collision with a wayward moose causes a different kind of pain, but also a strange hallucination with a colorful character intent on changing his future path.Brandi and Boone are both surprised by the circumstances in which they find themselves. The twists and turns through impossible conditions allow them to face decisions most only find in dreams. Will time run out before they answer the call of their hearts? less