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From the bestselling author of The Songbird of Hope Hill comes a captivating historical romance where the discovery of ancient fossilized bones brings two young hearts together in lasting love.

Following an accident that leaves her father disabled, Jennie Ward accepts the challenging responsibility of inspecting the seven-mile wooden water pipeline serving Cañon City, Colorado. Although her daily tasks are demanding, Jennie secretly dreams of returning to school and privately yearns for something even more basic—a true friend. Feeling particularly lonely, in a heartfelt moment of quiet prayer, Jennie asks God for companionship.

Her wish is quickly granted when she meets Leo Day, a paleontology student set on uncovering dinosaur bones hidden along the rugged banks of the Arkansas River. Despite her relentless schedule, Jennie agrees to assist Leo in his search, sparking a friendship that soon deepens into something more meaningful.

Yet Jennie is divided between her growing affection for Leo and her steadfast sense of duty toward her father. Leo himself struggles to gain his father’s respect and approval, adding another layer of uncertainty to their story. Both begin to realize that their meeting was surely guided by divine providence, but they can’t help but wonder about God’s ultimate purpose. What plans does He hold for the romance blossoming between these two young people—the quiet daughter who walks the water lines and the preacher’s ambitious son?