A Haunted Young WomanAnnie McKechnie is desperate to go to the backcountry to her twin sister, Katie McKechnie Sawyer. She is convinced doing so is the only way to end the dreams that haunt her nights and follow her days. The one man who can help her find peace is David Cayle, and she hates him for it.A Devoted SonDavid Cayle, back from a tour of duty with the Virginia militia, is determined to mend the breach he created his with father. Taking the man into the backcountry to rescue his wayward sister, however, was not what he had in mind. Annie's insistence on going makes matters worse, until it becomes obvious that leaving her behind is more dangerous than taking her along. Or is it?A Harrowing JourneyA young nation fights for its destiny, and the backcountry is no place for the faint of heart. Only the stoutest souls and strongest minds endure.But can David keep his promises? And what secrets is Annie still keeping? Donna Hechler Porter graduated from Texas A & M University with a bachelor's degree in education. She has taught in public and private schools, and she survived homeschooling as well. She currently teaches English and literature to middle school students while also tutoring children of all ages in a variety of subjects. She recently acquired her real estate license, and now helps people start new chapters in their own lives. She lives northeast of Houston with embarrasingly way too many animals, but her heart longs for a cabin in the woods. She has published five novels and five books on her family history. Her Children of the Light Series has won a number of awards, and Keeping Secrets and Breaking Promises (Book 1 & 2), as well as The Rood (Book I of The Marylanders) were nominated for the prestigious RONE Award. She loves to make public appearances either at book signings or while teaching some aspect of history or writing. When not working, you will find her gardening, reading, cooking, sewing, or researching her family tree.
