The Veil
Hannah McClary is being raised by her aunt, who is a member of the religious group known as the Saints. Hannah questions many of their beliefs, but obeys for the sake of her aunt. Beneath the benevolence of the Saints lies a terrible secret. A secret that is slowly destroying the man Hannah loves, Lucas Knight. Alexander and Ellie Farrington have placed all their hopes for the future on a wagon to California. The trip is slow and arduous, with unexpected delays that threaten to leave them on the wrong side of the mountains when winter arrives. The wagon train must travel an alternate route, which takes them down the Utah trail through the territory of the Saints. Hannah and Lucas fight for their lives and love even as the wagons of the pioneer families rattle over the trail to a tragic confrontation with the Saints! Diane Noble brings history vividly to life in this intricate and compelling novel. She has revealed the truth of an early Mormon practice and made it personal in a way no dry history book could. Her well-drawn characters capture the heart and make you wish history could be changed.A triumph! The Veil's searing narrative pierces the heart! It will haunt you long after the last word is read! Don't wait to get this book! Linda Fitzner  --Copyright © 080198 Literary Times, Inc.  All rights reserved--FromLiterary Times--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.