Evie boldly seeks a mail-order husband in a town with few options, meticulously hiding this desperate bid for autonomy from her uncle's prying eyes. As Luke, her betrothed, disembarks from the stagecoach, his presence not only captivates Evie but also silently heralds the intertwining of their fates…

As she revels in her newfound happiness, can she escape the looming shadow of her uncle's vengeance?

Luke McFarlane, a determined undercover deputy, arrives in Hardwood with a mission to infiltrate and bring down the notorious Grady Gang. Posing as a simple ranch hand and potential suitor for Evie, Luke plans to use his courtship as a cover for his investigation. However, the unexpected happens—he genuinely falls for the spirited Evie…

He’s never felt more torn between duty and his heart's command…

As Evie and Luke's relationship deepens amidst the backdrop of danger and deceit, their future together becomes increasingly uncertain. With Uncle Archie's suspicious activities hinting at his involvement with illegal activities, and Luke's true identity threatening to surface, the stakes couldn't be higher. Can Evie and Luke's budding love withstand the web of lies surrounding them?

"A Marshal's Bait of Love" is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.