Hard times mean tough choices. But the ladies of Eagle River have always been up to the challenge.

These strong-willed women sheltered secrets, forged friendships, and made heartrending decisions to leave or to stay. One by one, they step forward from the past to reveal how they lived, loved, and shaped their own futures ... in a world that expected them to stay out of the spotlight.

From an early settler whose contributions were erased by time (and her husband), to modern-day mothers determined to keep their families whole, discover 10 captivating stories that bring 150 years of Eagle River history to life.

There are no mysteries to solve. But sharp-eyed readers will pick out the common threads woven through these tales, and their ties to pivotal people and places in the "Mailbox Mysteries" series. Don't miss this inspiring collection of historical fiction!