Indian wars, gold rushes, family disapproval, and the looming clouds of civil war color the true story of Diana Saville and Will McCorkle. The book tells of the coming of the Savilles and the McCorkles to 17th century North America, their settlement in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, and the extension of one 'lost' branch of the family to the wild West coast in Washington state. Included as background to the story of Diana and Will are thumbnail descriptions of public events that formed their times, and the opportunity to reflect on the values of faith, love, persistence, and commitment in the making of lives and the foundation of communities. Appendices trace the family lines to present day.