Jodi Thomas’ lush prose and compelling characters set her apart as a writer of tremendous charm. The Lone Texan features Sage McMurray, a recent widow whose lifestyle is about to take another unexpected convert. One would think that the loss of a hubby was plenty for anybody to deal with, but Sage is taken hostage within a robbery and auctioned off to the highest bidder. The bidder involved, however, has lots of surprises waiting for you.