The Light of Western Stars: A Romance

Set against the backdrop of El Cajon, New Mexico, the story follows Madeline Hammond's arrival in a desolate and unfamiliar town at midnight. With her brother's absence leaving her alone, she faces the conductor's warnings about the rough environment filled with miners, cowboys, and the unrest from a nearby revolution. As she navigates this eerie situation, she must find her footing in a place that feels both exciting and dangerous, highlighting themes of isolation and resilience in an unforgiving landscape.