The Deputys Damsel

Pikes Run, Texas, 1887

Katia Stefanski is stunned when she learns her recently deceased step-father has arranged a marriage for her. Even worse, her step-brother intends to honor it. Despite numerous attempts to convince her brother to let her make the choice, she fails. She flees during the party intended to cement her engagement.

Deputy Joe Lonnigan crosses paths with Katia Stefanski and is struck by her beauty and fighting spirit. When he learns shes been accused of the murder of her not-wanted fiancé, he cant believe it. With her step-brothers help, Joe risks everything to keep her hidden and prove her innocence.

But Katia cant let Joe destroy his future. Shes determined to take matters into her own hands, even if it means the noose.