Surgical resident Jack Pierce is driven by ambition and, lately, the haunting memories of his former fiancée's bizarre disappearance. Despite his skill and intelligence, his arrogance often interferes with personal relationships. When a chance encounter with a mysterious park ranger sends him back in time to 1899, Jack finds more than just the answers he's been looking for.
Charmaine Crowfeather loves the natural world, and is known for her knowledge of herbs and tinctures. Living on her own in the woods never bothered her, until rumors begin to swirl of witchcraft and curses. Despite the accusations against her, Char is determined to help those in need, even a man who claims he's from the future.
In the small community of Elkridge, a mysterious illness is claiming lives, leaving even the local physician baffled. Jack quickly finds himself in the middle of a medical mystery . . . or is witchcraft really to blame? When his feelings for Char begin to outweigh his reasons for being in the past, Jack will stop at nothing to dispel the superstitions, myths, and fears of the townsfolk. Will they uncover the truth before it's too late so they can find love in time for Halloween?