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Fighting Chance
Christopher Kenworthy - 2013
But Annie is like a daughter to him and he feels responsible for her safety.Does Obadiah have a Fighting Chance against the ruthless Driscoll brothers? Or will he and Annie become two more victims on their list of killings?Fighting Chance is a thrilling saga of gunplay and romance, perfect for fans of classic Western adventure. Praise for Christopher Kenworthy 'A thrilling read.' - Robert Foster, acclaimed author of The Lunar Code. ‘Kenworthy is a craftsman and entertainer.’ - Richard Foreman, bestselling author of The Sword of Rome series Christopher Kenworthy was a journalist and novelist. His other Westerns include Last Shot and Hired Gun, and he has also written two naval fiction series - the John Paul Jones adventures and the In the Dark of the Moon saga. Pioneering Press is an imprint of Endeavour Press, the UK’s leading independent digital publisher. We publish new and classic westerns by authors from the US and the UK.
Howl - Complete Set
M.L. Briers - 2018
Howl's You Doin'? Book 1. Bree is the kind of witch that will throw caution to the wind and try any spell once. Unfortunately, once is enough in this case when she unleashes a spell that brings the wolves to the door - literally. Howl's That? Book 2. Kelly’s been run off from her home and is looking for a new little town in which to rest her head. When she runs into the big, bad wolf, she thinks it just might be time to move on, but when the vampire intervenes, and all hell breaks loose – things don’t exactly go to plan. Howl's Lotta Lovin' Book 3. The spell that Bree let loose doesn’t seem to be over just yet, and now there’s a new witch walking around pack land as if she has a right to be there, but one member of the pack is determined to run her off. Howl's That Happened? Book 4. The spell that Bree let loose just keeps on giving, and now there is a new witch in town, but is she a mate, and who would fall under that spell this time? Howl's It Goin'? Book 5. The spell that Bree let loose just keeps on giving. Whose turn is it to fall under that spell this time? Howl's About Us? Book 6. The spell that Bree let loose just keeps on giving, but this time that spell is about to bite Bree on the backside. It's a Howl's Lotta Fun.
The Inn On The Marsh
Lena Kennedy - 1989
Talk of Dumb Lukey's crazed acts and the romance between Lucinda and Joe Lee, the Thames bargee. Talk of the Crimea and the terror of Napoleon.At the tavern, hard-headed Beatrice and her sister Dot care for their invalid father and for Lucinda, their pretty orphaned niece. The inn is their livelihood but village business is ever Beat's business too. And now some dark cloud has descended on them all . . .
A Desperate Christmas Bride for the Cold Hearted Rancher: Mail Order Bride Historical Romance (The Twelve Mail Order Brides of Christmas Book 3)
Emma Morgan - 2018
She’s ready to make the best of her new life, but when faced with a gruff, uncaring husband and a lonely ranch in need of repair, she’s not sure she’s up to the task. Abraham knows life on his ranch is hard. In fact, it’s even scared off several brides already. While every man needs a wife to help with the home and children, he’s not sure what woman would want him to share it with. But when Cora's life is in danger, Abe is forced to admit what he knew all along, and find a way to open his heart to this kind and lovely woman.
McKinnon's Bride
Sharon Harlow - 2003
Jessie made him long to turn his ranch house into a true home. But could a woman who prized honesty above all forgive being lied to—even for her own good?After surviving a nightmare of a marriage, Jessie Monroe was hard-pressed to believe any man’s promises. Until she met Cade McKinnon, the man who made her dream of a better life. She was attracted to him, true enough, but could she trust him...and her yearning heart?NOTE: Other books in this series are:TWICE BLESSED -- Book 2, Steeple Hill BooksSTANDING TALL -- Book 3
Christmas Child
Carol Rivers - 2019
London 1880 A dying Irish girl clutching her new-born baby drags herself to the sanctuary of an East End orphanage and throws herself on the mercy of the Sisters of Clemency. The nuns raise little Ettie O’Reilly as their own and provide her with the love and education she might never have had. But the lives of the nuns and orphans are soon crushed by a powerful and greedy bishop. The heart-breaking outcome separates Ettie from her friends and family, luring her into a world of male dominance and the fickle nature of intimate relationships. In her naivety, with her faith in the goodness of human nature severely tested, she doesn’t know who to trust. And when the boy who has promised his undying love and loyalty betrays her, Ettie’s world starts to crumble. She must finally accept the hard-hitting truth - happiness comes at a cost! Does she have the courage and wisdom to face the demons she long ago learned about from the Sisters of Clemency? Will the resolution of an undiscovered and painful secret be her making - or breaking? ’A gripping page turner' - LEAH FLEMING 'Surely one of the best saga writers of her time' – ROSIE CLARKE 'Brings the East End to life - family loyalties, warring characters and broken dreams. Superb' - ELIZABETH GILL 'Carol Rivers has captured the true spirit and resilient characters of East London' - JEAN FULLERTON What readers are saying about Carol Rivers’ books: 5***** star Amazon reviews Beautiful, page by page … Carol Rivers is a new author to me and I will certainly be reading more of her books. I would like to extend my thanks to her for a terrific read. I love nothing more than to curl up with a nice cup of hot chocolate and a book by my favourite author. Keep up the good work Carol. One amazing author - Carol Rivers is number 1 xxxxx Was so much more than I expected, I didn't want to put the book down! Really would like a sequel to this. The author has a wonderful talent for conveying an authentic sense of time and place, and creating realistic characters. I became so immersed in this fantastic read. Thank you Carol Rivers for always providing the perfect read that keeps you gripped throughout and your imagination alight. The queen of sagas has done it again! Omg what a brilliant read! Been waiting for this! Another fabulous story by the equally fabulous Carol Rivers. Whether you are new to sagas or have read them for many years (like me), you will never be disappointed reading one of Carol's books. They are utterly addictive and beautifully written, leaving you with a mixture of emotions. You will be laughing one minute and crying the next, my description of a brilliant saga writer. I've read all Carol's books now, sometimes twice. I have never been disappointed What an amazing book, such a great read.
MAIL ORDER BRIDE: 20 Book Box Set - Western Historical Romance (Brides Head West 1)
Christian Michael - 2016
Along the way they encounter trials and tribulations that threaten the very love they are searching for. Based in the late 1800's at a time when being an unmarried woman was a scandalous affair these women go out on a limb to find true love... but not without challenges. This box set includes western, historical and clean romances based on good Christian values. Book 1: The Wondering Bride Book 2: Lost and Found Book 3: A Rancher's Love Book 4: A Widow's Heart Book 5: Alone and Pregnant Book 6: The Frontier Widow Book 7: Widowed and Pregnant Book 8: Love Never Fails Book 9: Butler Love Book 10: An Orphan Finds a Mother Book 11: A Widow Finds a Rancher Book 12: Lover's Escape Book 13: Wandering Cowboy Book 14: A Widow's Love Book 15: A Bride's Journey Book 16: Finding My Cowboy Book 17: The Christmas Bride Book 18: The Christmas Miracle Book 19: A Wanting Bride Book 20: Secret Baby Buy now or get your free copy on Kindle Unlimited!
A Fashionable Address
Pamela Evans - 1993
Cyril Potter is a secret gambler whose debts have become so crippling that he can see no way out, and he commits suicide. Left to clear the debts, his family are forced to sell everything the own. As daughter Kate labours in a hat-making factory to support the family, she catches the eye of the wealthy factory owner. But tragedy strikes the family once more when unmarried Kate is left pregnant...
Ketcham's Land
Douglas Hirt - 2002
After a card game with Benny Gellerman, a man good with a gun, but bad with cards, Ketcham decides it is time to head out again. He finds a place to bed down on a lonely New Mexico farm run by old Corely Mattlin and his widowed daughter-in-law, Margaret. Ketcham has his eye on pretty Margaret, but he'd better keep his eyes open wide for trouble. A local rancher named Jeb Ollfinger is trying to run the Mattlins off their land, and he is not above using violence, even murder, to get what he wants. Margaret is sure her husband's killer was one of Ollfinger's men, a gunman named Gellerman. If Ketcham knew what was good for him, he would head out again. But this time he has a job to do first.