Former soldier and rodeo rider Zachary McClure's war injuries are far deeper than physical.

Skeptical that anyone can reach the dark place in his soul, he visits an Albuquerque equine therapy ranch with no expectations. How can horses possibly mend his physical and emotional injuries when nothing – and no one – else has?

He finds the answer when he meets Sophie Powell, an ex-army medic with a sunny smile, gentle touch and a determination to help others through horse therapy.

But behind her big hopes and cheerful attitude lurks pain – and Zachary is just the man to change that. He can make Sophie’s dreams a reality and she may be the woman to heal this wounded hero’s heart.