Romantic Western #1

An anthology issue containing three stories: "Heartbeats of Treachery" follows Susan, whose romance with Doug is tested when she must choose between him and her loyalty to her father after a family feud erupts; "Love Feud" depicts a conflict between the Jackson and Barker families over poisoned cattle, with Jane caught between her brothers and Lin Barker, ultimately leading to a gunfight she tries to prevent; "The Tall Stranger" centers on Rod's arrival at a ranch where he helps Laura and Ted with fence mending and ranch work while sharing stories of his past, with the narrative suggesting a deeper connection may develop between Rod and Laura.