Ever since her mothers death, twenty-two year old Jori Hayden has lived safely under the shelter of her wealthy father. But when the severe economic depression of the 1800s destroys the familys fortune, the Haydens must venture west together along the Santa Fe Trail in search of a new livelihood.With her father in poor health and her Aunt Katea dedicated Christiankeeping charge over the younger siblings, Jori hires Chad Rocklin right out of prison to lead their wagon train. And in a journey marked with danger at every turn, romance, faith, and family prove to be the biggest fortunes of all.