Lucas McCain lives an honest life with his young son Mark in the west, but a part of their family is missing. What happens when a young woman disrupts their routines and Lucas's heart? Western Romance/angst - easy to follow if you don't know the back story!

Lucas McCain always thought he had bad luck with women but one woman turns his life upside down.

Lucas McCain finds himself a new farmhand. (No idea how to summarize. Read and try.) First timer, constructive feedback much appreciated. T to be safe - some violence, some adult themes later on. no slash! Set some time after Season 2. Does not follow Season 3!

Mark and Cassie receive word of Reaper's arrest and anticipate the trial's verdict. An arrest Mark makes, however, puts his own life in jeopardy.

While in North Fork visiting the family, Mark finds himself racing to save his sister's life.

Tensions rise as circumstances strain Mark and Cassie's relationship.

Rees and Isaac settle into the rhythm of life at the ranch as Isaac continues to pursue his courtship with Elizabeth. A visit from one of Isaac's relatives, however, stirs up trouble.

A year after Margaret's passing, Lucas and Mark find themselves in Lubbock, Texas. Despite his worries that he won't be able to make any friends, Mark strikes up a friendship with one of his classmates. However, Mark soon discovers that his friend holds a dark secret. — Rated T for child endangerment and intense situations. —

Mark and Cassie move to Dayton, Washington to start over and Lucas's nephew arrives at the ranch to work for the summer after getting in trouble. — Rated K plus for action —

A letter written by his wife turns Mark's world completely upside down. — Rated M for violence, intense situations, and brief, non-explicit, suggestive dialogue. — (Just a warning- this is a very intense story, so if that's not your thing... beware.)

Trying to find a balance as he worries about Reaper, Mark misunderstands the advice his father gives him. Jake and Emma come for a visit and discover that they too have some communication issues.

When a camping trip with Mark and his friends goes awry, Mark learns some valuable lessons that will change his life. — Rated K plus for violence and intense situations. — (Stand alone story.)

Growing up, Mark found out that many men he had known and trusted were criminals. But nothing would ever prepare him for the day when his own father would try to kill him. — Rated T for violence and intense situations —

As Lucas and Milly come up on their sixth wedding anniversary, Ara arrives in North Fork with a surprise for Cassie and Ben finally reveals his long-kept secret to Cora. — Rated K plus for intense situations. —

Marshal Anker arrives in town with news of Ned's promotion... and transfer. — Rated K plus for intense situations. — Please comment preferred story length.

An old friend of the McCains' arrives in North Fork just in time to meet the newest member of the family. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

In the middle of a feud with his mother-in-law, outlaws pull Mark away from his family. — (This story is a good example of how much things can change. This was originally supposed to be #24. If you're interested in the original, PM me.) Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

Ben Severs and Micah both find themselves in need of a McCain's help. Rated T for intense/dangerous situations.

Mark and Cassie begin the long process of dealing with what happened in Chicago and Doc is asked to keep a secret. Rated T for intense situations.

Returning to Chicago to collect an inheritance left for him by Daniel Hanes, Mark is put in a situation that will change his life forever. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

Mark's family struggles to not look back. (Change of Season Pt. 2.) Rated T for intense situations.

The McCains encounter a change of season they never expected. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

A member of the McCain family has to say goodbye. Rated T for very intense/dangerous situations and themes of self harm/suicide.

Lucas takes out a loan on the ranch without telling Mark; Mark worries about what his Pa might do if they lose Milly. Rated T for violence and intense/dangerous situations.

North Fork welcomes its newest teacher and doctor. Rated K plus for intense situations.