MAIL ORDER BRIDE IN THE BADLANDS The rugged region of Badlands, South Dakota is the last place the pampered Anna Carter wants to spend her time. But her family has fallen upon rough times and she must decide to make the best of things along with her more cheerful sister. Matt, a prosperous rancher, cannot help but notice the beauty of both of the young women. Matt considered Anna the true beauty of the family. No matter that many others, both Anna and Elizabeth included, did not share his opinion. While there was no arguing that Elizabeth Carter’s looks were more eye-catching upon first meeting, there was a glow about Anna, a warmth and genuineness, which her older sister lacked. Whenever Matt encountered the Carters, he found his gaze drawn to Anna. A shy woman, she resists his overtures to get to know her better. But when a tragic snowstorm hits the town, she finds herself drawn to the man willing to risk his life and limb for her safety.