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A forbidden friendship turns to love amidst the social and economic turmoil of the Populist Uprising and, as women seek political equality with men, an unlikely heroine steps forward to make history. When her father's death forces Laurel McBryde to leave her beloved childhood home in the Flint Hills to live with the Hartmoors, a prosperous banking family, she feels like a lonely outcast among the prim and proper Victorians of Chisholm, Kansas. Soon, a growing attraction to radical politics and to Carey Fairchild, a tenant farmer on the Hartmoor land, change Laurel's life in ways she could not have imagined. Frankfurt eBook Award Nominee! Finalist! 9th annual Colorado Book Awards presented by the Colorado Center for the Book Finalist! 2000 Eppie Awards

Michelle Black is a consummate storyteller, weaving her tale into your heart as her characters come to life before your very eyes. LIGHTNING IN A DROUGHT YEAR is a book you won't want to miss. Starred Review! ~ Romance Communications

Michelle Black is a treasure; she has a strong, sensible narrative voice, an eye for believable characterization and the ability to make the most out of a simple plot. On the strength of this book, I’ve ordered the e-book version of her previous title, NEVER COME DOWN. Do yourself a favor and read LIGHTNING IN A DROUGHT YEAR. 2nd Starred Review! ~ Romance Communications

In this charming novel, Michelle Black has displayed a hero and heroine worth of one another. Her descriptions and strong voice are a symphony to the eyes. Very Highly Recommended! ~ Under the Covers Book Reviews