June Taylor stepped off the train and into the golden embrace of California, ready to begin her new life with George McAllister, the rancher who had advertised for a wife skilled in toy-making. As she approached her new home, her eyes took in the sight of a weathered, rustic cabin nestled among the sprawling fields. Dust clung to every surface, giving the place a timeworn charm. Yet, instead of feeling discouraged, June felt a spark of determination.