A Willing Spirit — Cynthia Sterling

What's a lovely widow to do when her dearly departed refuses to depart?

Pony Springs, Texas. 1855. It's been nearly a year since Tessa Bright's husband passed away. But Will Bright never went away--and even with the guidance of the spirited companion, Tessa has found herself with a sprawling farm that needs maintenance and a herd of wagon horses that still need tending. Most of all, she needs a flesh and blood man--someone able-bodied and dedicated, a farmhand committed to a hands-off arrangement that won't make the townsfolk talk. Handsome Micah Fox is perfect for the job.

Until Micah's effect on Tessa goes beyond skill and brute strength... Until he inspires in her an almost-forgotten emotion...And until he has to gain the approval of a certain earthbound spirit who still holds Tessa in his ghostly embrace...