The sixth novel by American writer Janet Oak in a series of books telling the story of the Davis family. The novel takes place in the western lands of North America, developed by settlers at the beginning of the 19th century. This is a story about mercy and friendship. Belinda, the "unexpected" child of Marty and Clark, treats the downtrodden and disadvantaged with compassion and tenderness. Her brother, Doctor Luke, invites her to become a nurse and assist him in his work. But will she have the inner strength to face suffering people? And what happens if Belinda, Emmy Jo and Melissa fall in love with the same good guy? No longer a child, but not yet a girl, she experiences life with an open heart.