He's bound by tradition. She's searching for home. What they find together could change everything. Tristan DancingStar is a man caught between two worlds. As a respected leader within his tribe and a successful businessman, he's determined to preserve the heritage of his people while guiding them toward a brighter future. When his father-the local school principal-is tasked with selecting Tristan's future wife in a traditional matchmaking ceremony, Tristan must navigate duty, legacy, and the unyielding expectations of his community. Emma Kendrick has never stayed in one place for long. The daughter of globe-trotting missionaries, she's spent her life helping others-but never truly belonging. When she arrives in Eagle Ridge, her mother's hometown, she's drawn to the reservation school's mission and its students. But one encounter with the intense, unbending Tristan DancingStar convinces her to walk away from the job-and the undeniable spark between them. But fate isn't finished with them yet. Thrust together by unexpected circumstances, Tristan and Emma must confront long-buried secrets, family legacies, and the aching wounds of the past. As trust grows and walls fall, they begin to wonder if love-unexpected and unplanned-might be the most powerful tradition of all. Perfect for readers who love emotional, heartfelt romance with strong cultural roots and characters who fight for both legacy and love.
