Convenient Risk

Dorothy "Cook" Miller and "Uncle" Owen Miller are living their best life and marriage. Though it is not without bumps along the way. Join them as they walk through the year together with its measure of mishaps and laughs. This collection of short stories shows that marriage can be fraught with misunderstanding. But also has its share of lighter moments.

She wants adventure. He needs a place to belong.Ada Clara Miller is the new schoolteacher in Tombstone. Her desire for independence stems from her brother's tales of the west. But she never expected to find herself torn between two men-one who promises safety and security, the other's future is uncertain and offers excitement.Though Francis "Slim" Dagley is determined that he will not become involved with a woman of privilege, Ada's fiery personality intrigues him. And draws him. Soon he is vying for her heart with a man he'd rather not trifle with.Making matters worse, a violent gang skirts the law and makes life difficult for well-meaning ranchers. And their interactions with the Earps create ripples through Tombstone.Will Slim and Ada find what they seek in each other? Or will they become caught up in a piece of history-the shootout at the O.K. Corral?

She has nowhere to go. He has nothing to lose.Lily McAllen has known nothing but hardship and rejection. Her brother, the only person she can lean on, takes a job at the Miller ranch. Now with no ally, she is alone, confined, and vulnerable. Even God has forsaken her. She becomes desperate to get away…by any means necessary.Despite his best intentions, Daniel Hayworth is drawn into a fatal mishap. He feels responsible. And is prepared to do whatever it takes to ensure Lily is cared for…even if that means proposing marriage.Complicating matters, Geronimo and his raiding band terrorize the surrounding areas. Troubles mount and tensions challenge the growing attraction between Dan and Lily.Will they make it to the church? Or find themselves victims of lies, disillusionment, or the ire of an Apache rebel?

Brandon and Amanda are ready for their "Happily Ever After". This Christmas will be a time to share with their little family and maybe experience some much needed peace on earth.That's when the letter comes. And everything is turned upside-down. Nothing is as it should be and tensions mount. Will they make it through this holiday season unscathed? Or will they be torn apart by the time Christmas Day comes?