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T'on Ma


Magnolia Belle - 2006
    “T’on Ma”, 1850, explores cross-cultural love in a world of broken treaties, genocide, and slavery, where a young woman is torn between the love of a Kiowa warrior and an Army lieutenant.

The Blacksmith's Mail Order Doctor


Karla Gracey
    in a society that is untrusting of female doctors and that has so far proved challenging, to say the least.So, Anna resigns herself to replying to a collection of advertisements from men seeking mail-order brides. Who knows? Maybe one of them might even live in a town that would welcome her as a doctor—But what man would ever want a wife who places her career above family?Alec Jenks knows all too well the challenges that come with choosing a career of your own design.He was supposed to be a doctor like his father, but instead he chose the life of a blacksmith—much to the dismay of his mother.Now that his career is established in Iron Creek, Alec has come to think that it might be time for him to start a family of his own—but there is just one problem.With his overprotective mother still living with him, things might get a little complicated if he were to bring home a new wife.Alec knows that he needs to find the right woman—someone who will love him regardless of his meddlesome relatives. And when he receives Anna’s reply to his advertisement for a bride, he thinks maybe she could be just the one for him…If only she can survive his mother.The Blacksmith’s Mail-Order Doctor is a charming story of the challenges that come with life and love. With time, distance, and Alec’s meddling mother standing in their way… will Anna and Alec find a way to be together? Or is this just the beginning of the end?

Mail Order Bride : The Gunslinging Bride (Brides of the Western Reach) (A Western Romance Book)


Ashley Walter - 2018
    

A Mysterious Lady for the Resolute Sheriff


Carol Colyer - 2019
    He's only got time to make sure everyone in his little town is safe from all danger - especially from the vicious Kinsley gang! After witnessing a fierce shooting, Trent swore to bring every single one of the gang's members to justice. For years they eluded him. They've become his obsession - until one day he meets someone else who captures his attention. Can he afford to succumb to this alluring distraction?Eliza Kinsley is a beautiful, mysterious woman trying to get a job as a new school teacher in town. But she has a well kept secret that revolves around her ties with the Kinsley gang. What is she hiding? She wants to make a new start, but someone is holding her back. Trent's feelings towards Eliza are growing rapidly, but she's keeping him at arm's length in order to protect him from the truth. Can she trust her heart, even if the risk is too high for them both?In this Romeo and Juliet kind of situation, can Eliza follow her heart and be happy, or will her secrets stand in the way of her true love? And will Trent be able to handle the truth about the woman who stole his heart?"A Mysterious Lady for the Resolute Sheriff" is a historical western romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

Shiloh, the Preacher's Bride (Mail Order Brides of Shadow Gulch)


Susannah Calloway - 2021
    

Trail to Her Heart


Alysia S. Knight - 2015
    She disguises herself as a boy to join a wagon train. But, when she’s discovered, she finds herself being forced into a marriage again, except this time, to a man she loves. As a boy, Jess Wells disturbed Nathan Hawke, as a woman, his frustration knows no bounds, especially when they end up in a marriage of convenience. It’s soon apparent that he not only has to figure out how to make Jessica fall in love with him but how to keep her safe on a trail filled with danger from wild animals, men after revenge, and someone bent on Jessica returning to her home, no matter the price.

Healing A Wandering Heart


Elaine Shields - 2020
    However, her world gets shattered when cholera breaks out and she is forced to leave immediately to become a mail order bride in the West. Her life will take an unfortunate turn once again, though, when she finds out that her husband-to-be is dead. While she decides to keep it a secret and find out more about the dubious circumstances of his tragic death, fate brings her before doctor Gregory whose face seems rather familiar...Their interest in medicine soon brings them closer together, and she finds herself utterly charmed. Will her secret life keep her from following her dreams?Gregory is a respected young doctor who has dedicated his life in treating patients and saving lives. When he meets Indigo he is impressed by her knowledge of the cholera treatment and can't hold back and asks her to join his overwhelming journey to find the cure. Unable to find out where Indigo's ideas are coming from, Gregory is still skeptical about her methods but he soon finds himself surprisingly stricken with her wit and unique beauty. Will he dare to trust her, even when things seem to be falling apart?When Gregory and Indigo cross paths, their magical connection brings them immediately closer. A shared passion to discover a lifesaving treatment will force them to unfold their complicated feelings. When untold secrets threaten to drive them apart forever, can they defy their perilous fate for the sake of a love that was meant to be?

Mail Order Bride And The Gift of Children (A Western Historical Romance Book) (Evergreen Frontier)


Florence Linnington - 2020
    

Follow Your Heart (Oregon Dreams Book 1)


Montana Ross - 2019
    Melinda is desperate as her father turns a blind eye to his new wife’s insults. Melinda is ridiculed, and her younger deaf sister abused by the woman who once claimed to be their mother’s friend. Eager to escape, she realizes that a proposal of marriage might be just the thing to save them both. William Cartwright has it all. His farm is thriving in the small town of Winston, Oregon, a place barely a blip on the map. It’s a place heavy on men and scarce with the ladies, and after years of being on his own, William is ready to put the final touches to his life and find himself a wife. A first-day wedding, a deaf sister-in-law and a swarm of locusts, make the possibility of a happy marriage improbable, but with a little faith and a determined woman, surely anything is possible... isn’t it? Find Out Now - Get Your Copy of 'Follow Your Heart' - Today!

Whispers Among the Prairie: A Western Historical Romance


Michelle Roberts - 2018
     The Indians wish to continue living in freedom as they always have, but the White Man see them as savages who need to be eradicated. Chief Black Kettle, of the Southern Cheyenne Indians, and his adopted daughter, Morning Dove, try and keep the peace with the Whites, wishing to protect their people from the needless bloodshed sweeping across the land. Enter Clinton McKay, a veteran of the Civil War, who re-enlists in the cavalry and crosses paths with Morning Dove. The pair soon develop feelings for one another but fight against them, knowing society wouldn’t allow them to be together, as they are on opposite sides of a war. What will happen? Will they bow to an unjust society? Will their love flourish? Will Black Kettle keep his tribe safe? Join the adventure on the Great Plains in Whispers Among the Prairie.

In Search of Love and Affection


Lilah Rivers - 2020
    She and her beloved brother, Stephen, have lived humbly in California for the last few years, after the tragic loss of their dearest parents; until one fateful day, Stephen goes off to work, but never gets back home. Being terribly upset and desperate, Julianna seeks help from the town's Sheriff. Will his experience be enough to puzzle out this distressing and unexplained case? Thomas Wingate is the quiet and diligent Sheriff of a new settlement in California. His meek demeanor tends to help him observe and solve cases quickly, and justifies his reputation for never letting a criminal get away. When hopeless Julianna asks for his services, he accepts with no second thoughts, and promises to make every possible effort to find her brother. But what will begin as a simple investigation, will turn out to be a challenging adventure. Will they maintain their hope that God will show them the way and bring Stephen home?In their search for Stephen, Julianna and Thomas will encounter friends, bandits, and the hidden crimes of a small town. While trying to figure out the unsolved mystery, Julianna and Thomas will start growing feelings for each other. Will the endless research bring their vulnerable hearts finally together? Or will the complications and their opposing personalities tear them eternally apart?"In Search of Love and Affection" is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

When the Wolf Loves


Sadie Conall - 2014
    He planned to be gone no longer than a year but two years later, in the company of six men from three different tribes who have all come together to help him, he finds himself in the wilderness of the Pacific northwest, far beyond the borders of the American, French and Spanish settlements. When he is attacked and injured by a wolf, a young white girl with extraordinary instincts saves his life. Named Esa-mogo'ne’ by the local Bannock, she takes Ryder to their village to heal and over a bitter winter Ryder learns of her tragic past and discovers a love that will endure his whole life.

Rough Justice


Gilda O'Neill - 2007
    It’s 1936 and Britain is in the grip of the Depression.Nell Flanagan is a decent, hardworking woman, married to Stephen, a tough, heavy-drinking brute of a man, who works as a casual in the docks — when there’s work available. Nell has hidden the abuse she has suffered at his hands from her young children, although most of the neighbours realise what’s going on.The Tanners think she must be asking for it, but nineteen-year-old Martin Lovell, has always admired Nell. When he sees Stephen actually attacking Nell, he can stand back no longer, but his actions have repercussions for all the families…

Cleared For Planting


Janice Cole Hopkins - 2014
    Emma has high hopes when her family moves to the North Carolina mountains. Her father appears to have finally quit drinking, and he plans to settle their family once and for all near the Linville River. Here Emma meets Edgar Moretz, an intelligent, passionate, and godly young man. Things are looking up for her, but when she is captured by a Cherokee raiding party, Emma’s problems have just begun. Years later, Clifton has finally finished his medical training and plans to spend some time at his family’s mountain farm until he can decide his next step. He also hopes God will send him a special woman to become his wife. But when she arrives unexpectedly, he finds that the road to happiness is not always smooth.

The Last Song and A Walk to Remember


Nicholas Sparks - 2017