Diana Palmer’s historical romance “Amelia” takes place in West Texas. Amelia Howard, the main character, treasures her desert nation, but King Culhane upends her paradise. Amelia finds herself fascinated by King despite her father’s efforts to get King’s brother to propose marriage. She unleashes an uncontrollably scorching passion as she admits her genuine feelings. The book explores the concepts of love, obligation, and the strength of longing.