Mystery, suspense, attempted murder, romance, all in Until I Found You by Wendy Lindstrom. Gray, the mysterious Pinkerton detective. Willow/Sophia the mysterious, amnesiac, beaten woman that Gray found dumped in the forest. Will finding her and helping her coincide with Gray's undercover work or lead in a different direction?

Characters that had me feeling the physical and mental pain, feeling the confusion from amnesia, and feeling the growing attraction as Gray helped Willow/Sophia heal and stay hidden until her abuser was identified.

Definitely a read again novel.

Released July 30th. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

A sweet romance between Sophia and Gray.

Sophia: lovely, sweet. She was attacked, has lost her memory and stranded during a snowstorm

Gray: Smart, self sufficient Pinkerton agent, who rescues Sophia. He is trying to find out what happened to her, while working on his case at a local paper mill.

A snowstorm brings them and keeps them in close proximity. Gray figures out who Sophia is when he starts his investigation at the mill, but keeps it from her and the towns people to keep her protected from being attacked again. He needs proof to put the villian away, but knows as time goes by she'll not forgive him for keeping her identity secret. The mystery at the mill is solved but comes at the cost of Gray's and Sophia's relationship. Heartbroken, Gray moves back and makes the journey to reunite with his long lost brothers. After months of pining, he finally makes his journey back to Sophia.

The tenderness and love just seep through the pages. Sophia and Gray are just wonderful people so deserving of their happy ending. Lovely, feel good romance.

**Until I Found You** by Wendy Lindstrom is a captivating historical romance set in a quaint lakeside town, much like the settings you enjoy. The novel delves into themes of love, redemption, and the power of forgiveness.

The protagonist, Rachael, is a strong, independent woman who finds herself entwined with a mysterious yet endearing man with a troubled past. The dynamic between the characters is rich with history and emotional depth, similar to the "two people with a lot of history" trope you favor. Lindstrom's storytelling, combined with her ability to create lovable and complex characters, ensures a compelling read that resonates with themes of personal growth and second chances.

Given your interest in such immersive settings and character-driven narratives, *Until I Found You* is likely to be a novel you'll thoroughly enjoy.