A Trail So Lonesome

Author: Lacy Williams
Genre: Historical Fiction
Publisher: Lacy Williams Books, LLC, 2023
Pages: 274
Rating: Recommend

Synopsis: Spending five months eating trail dust wasn't Leo Spencer's first choice. Or his second. He's not one to run away, but some situations can't be fixed and his family - two brothers and a sister - needs to start over. Which is how he finds himself on a westbound wagon train.

Evangeline has a secret, one that has sent her on a journey across the plains on the Oregon Trail. When her father is badly hurt, and she needs help, Leo is there. A deal is struck and the two unlikely friends form and alliance. . .that leads to more.

But Evangeline's secret looms over her, and Leo's family troubles are far from over.

Review: This novel took a bit of time to gain traction and forward momentum, but I enjoyed it. I can't get enough of Oregon Trail stories. I would continue with the series, but my library system doesn't have the second book, Trail of Secrets, so I'll need to see about ordering it.

Note: There is a bonus chapter available at LacyWilliams.com.