Missouri, 1846: In the frontier town of Independence the sound of a gunshot shatters the night. As the pistol drops from her hand and clatters to the ground, Grace knows she has no choice but to leave. Now.
In this inspiring and deeply moving story of love, courage and endurance, a young woman on the run from the law sets off on a desperate journey of survival on the treacherous Oregon Trail.
Terrified she's wanted for the murder of her landlord, Grace is certain that no one will believe she acted in self-defence. Quickly packing the few belongings she and her little brother Tom possess, they race to join the line of dusty wagons preparing to leave for Oregon.
As they set off, knowing the wild rivers and the Rocky Mountains they must cross, Grace vows to do whatever it takes to protect Tom and get them both to safety. She will prove herself capable of surviving the hardest journey of her life.
This unputdownable and heart-wrenching historical novel shows the true strength and resilience of a woman's heart, even when she has everything to lose and the odds are stacked against her. Fans of Kristin Hannah, Amy Harmon and Olivia Hawker will lose themselves in To the Wild Horizon.
What readers say about To the Wild Horizon:
"Loved, loved, loved this book! A wonderful adventure and romance… I thoroughly enjoyed this story, and couldn't put it down. I read it in the bath, letting the water get cold all around me because I didn't want to stop reading!" Kate Hewitt, author of The Last Stars in the Sky, 5 stars
"Incredible!!!!!" Reader review, 5 stars
"One of my favourite reads of the year. I absolutely loved it. A heartwarming, enticing, and intriguing tale of courage, love, compassion and resilience. This story will keep you on edge until the very last page." Reader review, 5 stars
"I loved this book! I could not put it down." Reader review, 5 stars
"Captivating, sweeping, exciting, absorbing, exceptional and authentic historical fiction. A beautifully delivered novel that kept me on the edge of my seat and my hand over my heart. I truly felt transported to the 1840s and was caught up in the dramas, felt my pulse race… An exceptional read." Reader review, 5 stars
"I was swept away to nineteenth century America. A skilfully woven romance." Reader review, 5 stars
"I absolutely loved this book. I couldn't put it down. I couldn't fall asleep because I had to know what was going to happen next. Incredible… I loved every second." Reader review, 5 stars
"Truly special. You will be swept along in a truly epic and romantic tale of love, endurance and hope." Reader review, 5 stars
"The perfect blend of adventure, romance, and a woman's strength. I fell in love with Grace and her compassionate heart… I couldn't put this down." Reader review, 5 stars
"Oh wow! I loved this book so much. I raced through it and then had to try and eke out the ending because I couldn't bear the thought of finishing it. A fast-paced novel chock full of beautiful historical detail… and it interweaves it all with the most beautiful romance. One of my favourite reads of the year and one I genuinely expect to re-read when my heart needs a lift and my mind craves an escape. Flawless." Kitty Wilson, author of the Cornish Village School Series, 5 stars
