But when she fails to attract a proposal that meets her high standards, she agrees to become the mail order bride to a wealthy Cheyenne businessman. He promises her a life of luxury and status. It appeals to her to be one of the most important families in the city - even if that city is Cheyenne. Lewis Carlyle has worked tirelessly for fifteen years to amass a fortune. It was really all a means to an end - a foundation for the remarkable wife and happy family he hoped to have. But in the weeks before Virginia’s arrival, Lewis is besieged with the worst onslaught of bad fortune; Virginia arrives to find herself betrothed to a pauper. It is a catastrophe of unimaginable magnitude on both sides. What can Lewis do to make amends for the unforgivable situation he has put Virginia in? Is the social hierarchy in Cheyenne as rigid and unforgiving as that of Boston? And most importantly, will it ever be possible for this determined social climber to love a man who has nothing to offer but his heart?

    Crippled by polio, Gertie Weston has come to Benson Creek as a Mail Order Bride hoping to start a family at last—but instead she steps off the stage to find that her husband-to-be has drowned just before her arrival. Gertie was taught not to accept pity or charity from anyone, and she is used to being shunned. But now she has found herself alone in a strange town as the owner of a prosperous gold mine, left to her by her prospective husband. It seems every man is town is looking to wed her—regardless of her limp. A skilled and kind horseman, Fred Toller can recognize a wounded soul when he sees one. And when he’s looking into Gertie’s tawny eyes, he sees right though her tough exterior. But he’s not looking for a wife, even though every other man in town seems to have thrown his hat into the ring. So how to decide the best man for the job? With a contest, of course! Except Gertie has her eyes set on Fred Toller, and it’s up to her to ensure he wins a competition that he doesn’t even know he’s entering! Visit a while with the Benson Creek Mail Order brides, and catch up with Sally and Rebecca in this new book in the series!

    Longing for adventure, she arrives in northern California to meet her handsome husband to be, Charles, a blacksmith with a heart of gold who yearns for a wife. As they fall in love and learn what marriage truly is, they rely on their faith in God and help from their neighbors to see them through. A heartwarming and inspirational tale of grace and faith, Marriage by Mail is a sweet, historical, Western, Christian romance of just over 40,000 words.

     Book 1 : Bargain For A Bride. When Lady Moira Brennan leaves her home at Brennan Castle for the wilds of her own homestead claim in the Montana territory, she had no idea that a husband awaited her. Sold into marriage by her uncle, she arrives to find a bleak landscape of scarce farmers, all desperately trying to scratch out a living on their claims. Pryor MacAteer came to Montana himself only three years ago, and his farm has prospered. All that he needs to make it complete is a wife and family, one whose passage he paid, and whose name is on the marriage contract. Will Moira realize her dream of owning her own land and uncover the truth behind a marriage contract with her name on it? Book 2 : Freedom For A Bride. When Nathaniel Russell received the wonderful news that the bride he'd written off for would be arriving in New Hope, Montana, it was the happiest he'd felt since arriving to settle his claim. And when the strikingly beautiful but somewhat exotic-looking Katia stepped off the train, his heart leapt at the fulfillment of their months of exchanging letters. But Katia carries secrets that no one in the town expected, secrets that run deep enough to keep them apart forever. Book 3 : Adventure For A Bride. When Anna Mae Flynn passes away, leaving three small children and a husband with a harvest to bring in, the only logical answer is to find Wyatt another wife... quick. He fights everyone at first, even himself, but he knows their logic is sound and their hearts are in the right place. But Millie Carter is nothing like Wyatt's dear Anna Mae, a fact that his grief causes him to point out at every turn. Can Millie win over a heartbroken man, or will the next train through New Hope take her home? Book 4 : Dreaming Of A Bride. When Torsten O'Conner's false love leaves him for another man, he decides a change of scenery just might be in order. His brother, Kieran, is now the mayor of New Hope, Montana, and the prospect of putting Ireland far behind him and starting fresh as a homesteader in America might be just the thing. But the life of a homesteader isn't just hard, it's brutally lonely. At his friends' urging, Torn writes off for a wife from the east only to have a villain from his past arrive on the train. Can Torn let go of his old feeling and put down his demons in order to take a chance on love?

    It is the number of completion and perfection. God also worked six days but rested on the seventh. Likewise, consider taking time each day for the next seven months to rest in the Lord and develop the complete and perfect habits of prayer and worship. Included in this boxset are the following books: 40 Prayers of Praise 30 Prayers Of Gratitude: Showing God A thankful Heart Through Prayer 30 Prayers Of Faith: Increasing Your Faith Through Daily Devotion And The Power Of Prayer 30 Prayers Of Devotion: Devoting Ourselves To God Through Prayer 21 Prayers Of Promise: Increasing Your Faith Through Praying The Promises Of God 30 Prayers Of Peace: Finding The Peace Of God Through Devotion And The Power Of Prayer 30 Prayers Of Joy

    Battered by the war and lost without his sight, he seeks refuge in Cutter’s Creek, Montana. There he hopes to heal his bitter heart. But he’s going to need a lot more help than what he can come up with. His cousin, the local preacher, thinks so too and sends off for a mail-order bride for him, praying a wife will do the trick. Willow Bennett has been in love with the same man all her life. As a young girl she followed Jack Carlson and his friends until they managed to out run her. As a young woman…well, a girl can dream, can’t she? Imagine her surprise when she becomes a mail-order bride and discovers Jack is her intended! That’s not the only surprise she gets in this story of forgiveness, hope and love. That Healing Touch is the first book in a new series written by multiple authors. Enjoy these introductory novellas of sweet historical western romance, and get to know the folks in Cutter’s Creek, Montana!

    Whether you have just a few minutes to enjoy a novelette, or the time to really get immersed in the dust and grit of a western town, there's something here for everyone.Step into a day when outlaws ran free, the land was wild, and guns blazed at the drop of a hat! After the Rain    Rand McCade made a promise to his dying wife to one day remarry. He doesn't want to remarry, but a promise is a promise.   Pressured to marry a violent man, widowed and pregnant Lettie Morgan seeks out an agency which finds brides for men in the west.   Can two hearts, broken and grieving, put their pasts aside and blend their lives into one? A Lady in Defiance    Charles McIntyre owns everything in the lawless mining town of Defiance. When three sisters show up stranded, alone, and offering to open a "nice" hotel, he is intrigued enough to let them stay...especially since he sees feisty middle sister Naomi as a possible conquest.   Naomi wants no part of Defiance or the saloon-owning, prostitute-keeping Mr. McIntyre. It would seem however, that God has gone to elaborate lengths to bring them together. The question is, "Why?" Does God really have a plan for each and every life? Rocky Mountain Oasis    When Sky Jordan hears that his nefarious cousin has sent for a mail-order bride, he knows he has to prevent the marriage. No woman deserves to be left to that fate. Still, he's as surprised as anyone to find himself standing next to her before the minister.   Brooke's new husband turns out to be kinder than any man has ever been. But then the unthinkable happens and she holds the key that might save innocent lives but destroy Sky all in one fell swoop. It's a choice too unbearable to contemplate...but a choice that must be made. Bounty    Luke Jordan's mother's dying words rang in his head. "Take these to your brothers." His brothers? The Jordan gang of outlaws. Why did he have to waste time tracking them down?   Cat Cahill's morning rides are a pleasant diversion from her mother's lectures on marrying a civilized man from the east. Despite her prayers, Cat hasn't found the man she would want to spend the rest of her life with until she runs into Luke.   One town trying to avoid a buyout, one gang worth their weight in gold, bounty hunters intent on taking the Jordan gang in more dead than alive = two in love and a bunch in trouble. Charity's Gold Rush    After Charity saves handsome Gabriel Williams' daughter from being trampled he asks her to marry him. And Charity believes he's the answer to her prayers.   Gabe and Charity agree to a marriage in name only, although Charity is upset that now that she has found a man she could see herself making a life with, he isn't interested in anything more than someone to watch his children, and he's a gambler to boot - just like Pa who got her into this mess.   By the beginning of the following spring, if both parties are in agreement, they'll annul the marriage and part ways.   Neither expects love to interfere with their plans or for God to intervene with a plan of His own.

    Elizabeth is proud and brave and yet it feels like her life is over. After losing her parents in the fire that left her badly scarred she has no marriage prospects and has had to abandon the job that was her life. How can she face people looking so hideous? But there is hope… a matrimonial advertisement caught her eye. Six months later she is on a train West. There is only one thing on her mind. Why didn’t she tell her husband to be about her scars? When Elizabeth first sees Garrett Gentry her legs go weak. He is magnificent, but the look of disgust on his face and the beautiful woman on his arm do not bode well for her chances of marriage. Can this strong, brace, and still beautiful woman see past her scars and find love? Will Garrett let a sly woman lead him astray or will he remember the letters he and Elizabeth shared? When a baby is about to be born and the midwife is away who will come to the rescue? Find out if faith and love can overcome all, in this gripping new mail order bride romance by bestselling authors Indiana Wake and Belle Fiffer. Scroll up to read now. This is the second book in this much loved new series, all are standalone.. Reading order: The Christmas Bride – The Surprise Wedding http://bit.ly/1ONuOQc The Burned and Rejected Bride A Christmas Miracle – The Hunted Bride http://bit.ly/1OgcU2U The Shamed & Shunned Bride - http://bit.ly/1RiUNzv

    Oh sure, her roommate Beth gave stock to her theories of who was responsible for a tragedy that put herself and dozens of her co-workers out of a job. And yes, someone came up with the idea that in order to survive, they could all become mail-order brides, but still… Lottie wanted to know the truth. Did her sister Leora believe her? To a point, but not enough to keep from telling her that if she didn’t drop her silly notions, she’d miss her own wedding! Her other roommates, Alice and Judith groaned at any mention of helping her snoop around like a Pinkerton, and then there was her groom … Sam Cooke gave up the notion of finding anyone from Clear Creek to marry. What available women there were, were either too young or too old, and heaven help him if his mother, Belle Cooke, got his matchmaking Aunt Sadie to help find him a bride. No, some things a man had to do on his own. But when he travels east on business to fetch his mail-order bride, little did he know what sort of hi-jinx awaited him on the journey home with her!

    In his rude letter, he threatened to spank and disarm her should she show up in Seattle with her pistols. However, his warning doesn’t deter Effie from her mission. Come hell or high water, she and Grace are determined to travel to Seattle to rescue their friend, Amelia. How was she to know that Amelia’s letter was a huge mistake, or that Horace Remington would follow them and nearly kill her? And there was no way she could have anticipated what would happen once she and Grace arrive at the Jordon home. Never would she have imagined that she would receive her very first spanking at the hands of her nemesis. It was galling to say the least, and to top it all off, he relieved her of her pistols after she destroyed a treasured family heirloom and shot Horace. Now she is in Sam’s protective custody until the Marshal determines she had acted in self-defense. The problem seems to be: who is going to protect her from Sam? Samuel Jordon is so angry when Marshal Cole Hadley sticks him with Miss Lane that he sees stars. In his opinion, she is a sassy-mouthed witch hiding in a sweet little body. His determination to be firm yet detached, lasts all of two days. Who knew one little drop of frosting on one luscious lip would change his life forever? What kind of young woman can turn a well-balanced, confirmed bachelor into a perverted fiend who can't keep his hands off her? In this, the third book of her Marriage Market series, Stevie MacFarlane has taken her writing to a new, even more erotic level. If spanking and other explicit content offends you, please do not purchase this story.

     Timid and shy, Deliah Mason thinks she’s ready to tackle the life of a Mail Order Bride. She’s read about the West in dime store novels, but no novel prepared her for stepping off the stagecoach and into a group of roughhousing cowboys. When one grabs her from the road and sweeps her onto his horse, she’s terrified. And when she finds that he is her husband-to-be, she’s ready to turn around and high-tail it home. Since the death of both his parents, Kyle Conover has been living alone in his fine ranch house, and now he’s ready to bring a wife into his life. But Kyle did not expect this shy, but beautiful woman. In fact, he’s had to practically hog-tie her just to get her to come see his home. He knows his life is rugged, and his manners not the best—can he really hope to make this lovely woman happy? But Kyle and Deliah can’t deny their attraction to each other, so they set a bargain. Two weeks, and if one decides the marriage won’t work out, then the engagement is over. Can this wild cowboy and timid filly find their way to lasting love? Find out in this fifth book in the popular Benson Creek Mail Order Bride series.

    . .but not a single marriageable woman lives in Angel Vale, Wyoming. The women of Merville, Maine, have lost too many men to the Civil War and to the sea. When the Ladies Aid Society receives the request for mail order brides, eleven matches are made. Enjoy the first six novellas in the collection by Darlene Franklin, Susan Page Davis, Cynthia Hickey, Brandi Boddie, Jennifer AlLee, and Teresa Ives Lilly.

     Grace Wentworth and Effie Lane are cautiously optimistic when their dear friend Amelia decides to travel west to become the bride of a man she's never met. Despite their misgivings, they're stunned when Amelia writes to inform them she's made a dreadful mistake in marrying Mr. Jordon. Determined to rescue her dear friend from the clutches of a scoundrel, Effie makes plans to leave for Seattle immediately. Grace plans to follow when she can escape the ever watchful eye of her mother. However, everything changes when Grace is forced to accept the proposal of a cruel and violent man. Suddenly, her mother's wrath doesn't even compare with what she would face as Horace Remmington's wife. Throwing all caution aside, she flees with Effie, even knowing her mother will most likely hire a Pinkerton man to find her—which she promptly does. She just never expected to fall for him. For Jonah Blackthorn, apprehending a runaway socialite seems like an easy assignment. Locating two young, inexperienced women should take him no time at all, and the five thousand dollar reward offered by the frantic fiancé will go a long way, as Jonah has plans to leave the agency and begin a new chapter in his life. What he doesn't plan on is being outwitted by the brats—or the fact that Effie Lane isn't relying on her wits alone to get them safely to Seattle. He also didn't expect to come to care for the redhead traveling with her gun-toting friend. When he finally catches up with them, he's going to give Grace the spanking of a lifetime—or kiss her senseless. Maybe both.

    You’ll meet and get to know each of the courageous women willing to step into the unknown, into a new destiny, hoping to find a welcome change from their current situation. Little do they know, they all receive much more than they bargained for! BOOK 1 - Christina: A Bride for Rancher Bryan In this first book, you’ll be introduced to Christina, a young widow, and her adorable three-year-old daughter, Abby. Christina has had a rough life, but now even more so, that she’s widowed with a young daughter. She’s been trying to make ends meet by cleaning houses and scrubbing her clients’ clothing. Her friend Ruby, however, has had just about enough of watching her friend struggle. She takes it upon herself to place an ad for Christina to become a mail order bride…without Christina’s knowledge. Christina has no intention of following through with this... but…as fate would have it, lo and behold, she finds herself on a train to Spring Valley, Kansas, to meet Bryan, a young rancher… BOOK 2 - Millie: A Bride for Ranch Foreman Nathan In this second book, you’ll be introduced to Millie, who has just been informed by her long-time employer that she must find new employment immediately. After searching and searching for a new job with no luck, she happens across the most unusual ad she’d ever seen for a mail order bride... Millie replies to the ad and soon finds herself on her way to Spring Valley, Kansas, wondering where life is going to take her now! Find out why Nathan placed such an unusual ad, and what kind of destiny lies ahead for Millie and Nathan...You'll catch up with the others at the Ranch too to find out what's new! BOOK 3 - Katie: A Bride for Ranch Hand J.C. n this third book, you’ll be introduced to Katie, who replies to J.C's ad which was 'accidently' placed. Times have been tough for Katie since her father died, and she's seeking a fresh start. Could becoming a mail order bride be the answer? She decides to head west and find out. However, at the last minute, Katie's disapproving, crabby mother informs her she is coming along...without J.C's knowledge, of course. Find out what happens out west as she and her controlling mother meet the crew at the Spring Valley Ranch, and how a hidden diary Katie finds winds up being incredibly significant! BOOK 4: Victoria: A Bride for Ranch Hand Joey In this fourth book, you’ll be introduced to Victoria, Madelyn, and Peter, and of course, Joey. Joey's life is about to be turned upside down when he receives a letter from his father demanding that he come back home to Mississippi - to help with the family business and to reacquaint himself with a young woman his parents have been trying for years to push him towards. He must come up with a plan and quick-before he heads home, as he wants nothing to do with her. He soon realizes that the only way to handle this is to order a bride. But has his plan...backfired? BONUS BOOK: Catherine: A Bride for Rancher Adam After leaving The Spring Valley Ranch, Adam sets out to repair the dilapitated ranch he inherited, he desperately needs help fixing it up. With no funds available to hire anyone, he decides to place an ad for a bride who can help him fix up the place.

    She’s tired of being pitied because she’s been jilted, tired of teaching other people’s children without any of her own. When she signs with a matrimonial agency, a letter from Jamie Fraser sounds perfect. A widower with two young children will give her a head start on the family she’s determined to have. But Colorado holds surprises for Olivia that endanger her goals and even her life. Rancher Jamie Fraser is shocked to learn his mother has written for a mail-order bride for him. He has two children and no plan to marry again. Ever! His late wife taught him women can’t be trusted. Even his beloved mother isn’t above tricking her sons to achieve her heartfelt ambitions. Now he’s stuck with a wife he didn’t want—a stubborn woman bent on changing his home and his life. Can two strong people at odds achieve happiness? Angel Springs, Colorado is a small town that inspires big dreams. Olivia and Jamie just might find their dreams meld to form a powerful and enduring love.

     Thinking she may be condemned to a lifetime of drudgery and boredom as a ladies maid, she wilfully responds to an advert for a Mail Order Bride. Determined to prove her independence she fails to inform her sister, Josie, of her plans. A shock awaits Anna at the train station in Wichita. It is only the kindness of two strangers that avert disaster for the young city girl stranded in a dangerous Western town. In the uncertain days that follow, Anna discovers that God's grace is far bigger than all of our mistakes! Prideful mistakes and innocent regrets, a stranded damsel and strangers at a station, a house of ill repute and a rough redeeming cowboy all make for a clean, fulfilling Western read that will leave you smiling! FRONTIER HEARTS is a heart warming collection of Wild Western romances celebrating the courage of young Mail Order Brides and their trailblazer husbands. Each book is a complete story in itself, with strong characters you will fall in love with. Book 1: Promise to Love, the heartwarming story of 21-year-old Josephine Hayden, and her journey west to the arms of Clae McKinley. Book 2: Promise of Blessing, where Josie and Clae’s love story continues, and twin brother Harland’s begins! Book 3: Josie's sister, Anna, discovers that God's grace is far bigger than all of our mistakes.

    A one-time deal, that’s all was meant to be. He only needed enough to see him through until he got the pay owed him. Someone was counting on him, and he couldn’t let her down.Josie Pearson’s heart went out to Sissy Edwards, the orphan girl she’d found hungry on the streets. When Josie decided to adopt her, she was turned down because she was unmarried, and Sissy was sent to an orphanage.When they both feel like giving up, will a controversial new program become an unconventional solution?This is the first novelette (approximately 45 pages) of the new Texas Wildflowers series by bestselling authors Leah Atwood and Susette Williams.The Texas Wildflowers Series:Free to LoveFree to HealFree to ProtectFree to ServeFree to RoamFree to Forgive

    But will his intended forgive him for stepping out with her rival, the fashionable daughter of the local banker? News of thieveries in Cowtown, ones that the stern new sheriff believes may be connected to the McKinleys in some way, further threatens to keep the young couple apart. Despite these challenges will Harland and Beth finally declare their love for each other, and the Promise of Blessing come to full bloom? Deep longings, Christmas miracles, bruised brides, mysterious thieveries, crossed lines and romantic attachments all lead to a thrilling and love-drenched conclusion that will bring seasonal cheer to your heart whatever time of year it may be! A warm welcome awaits you on McKinley farm, Cowtown, Kansas, with all your favourite characters; the blue-eyed McKinley twins with their disarming smiles, gentle Josie and plucky Beth, Pastor Drescher and Millie, as well as a choir of much loved animals who are just as lively as their owners. FRONTIER HEARTS is a heart warming collection of Wild Western romances celebrating the courage of young Mail Order Brides and their trailblazer husbands. Each book is a complete story in itself, with strong characters you will fall in love with. Book 1: Promise to Love Book 2: Promise of Blessing

     Her journey to Cheyenne, Wyoming, together with her sister and friend, is plagued with self-doubt. Her fears of rejection are confirmed when the man who invited her as a Mail Order Bride immediately refuses her hand, instead preferring that of Grace’s travelling partner. A terrible but timely accident then throws Grace into unexpected proximity with a man who sees through her scarred mask, and who falls in love the the tender heart beneath. But can grace accept true love, or will her fears drive him away forever? A scarred bride, sly mother, sincere scheming sister and two handsome Frontier brothers looking for wives, make for a Prairie plot that will pull you in and leave you breathless for more… Voyage of Grace is the first book in the Grace and Mercy Find Peace on the Prairie Trilogy. Each book is a complete and satisfying romance following one of our courageous brides: Book 1: Voyage of Grace Book 2: Emma’s Escape Book 3: Travelling Mercy