Kate has a secret she doesn't want anyone to know, especially the new minister - the man who has taken her father's position. John Laslett has just arrived in Green Valley as the new parish minister. He has been employed by the patron lady, Vera Wallace, and she has seen to his every need. But there is something strange about the housekeeper she has sent. Kathryn is an efficient housekeeper, but John cannot seem to break through the cold exterior. Something is wrong, he is sure, but he doesn't know what… Historical romance set in colonial Australia This new edition has been released to celebrate 20 years of the 'Heart of Green Valley' series.