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In the coastal town of Waterstead, Fern, a talented artist, is seeking refuge from a troubled past. Running from haunting memories, she finds solace in her artwork and teaching at V Studios. But when Elliot, a charming contractor, arrives in town, their paths intertwine in unexpected ways. Elliot, working on a project for the enigmatic Thatcher, discovers more than just a new home along the picturesque shoreline; he finds a kindred spirit in Fern. As Fern's artwork begins to blossom with new inspiration, so does the bond between her and Elliot. Yet, the shadows of her past loom, challenging the newfound love they share. Can Fern overcome her fears and let love in? And will Elliot be the anchor she's been searching for? Join Fern and Elliot as they navigate love, past traumas, and the vibrant art community of Waterstead. A heartwarming story about second chances, healing, and the power of love to illuminate even the darkest corners.
Will the two lost souls find a new path forward together? A horrible accident took Veronica’s husband and son. For the last two years, she’s lived in her grief, avoiding people and any hope of rebuilding her life. Now, as the anniversary of their deaths approaches, Veronica wants to begin to honor their memory by living life fully. A chance encounter with a handsome stranger with a complicated history of his own may be the light at the end of a dark tunnel if she’ll let him in…
Lily Nelson thought she'd closed the book on love, content with her quiet beachside life in Texas after trading the courtroom for calm. But when Benjamin Myron, a sharp-witted consultant from Chicago, jogs into her life, their shared laughter hints that maybe the heart doesn't retire. In a small seaside town, a chance encounter under the mistletoe at the holiday parade sparks a connection that surprises them both. As festive cheer and a determined matchmaker weave their magic, Lily and Ben find themselves pondering the thrill of new romance in their later years. "Where Love Lasts" isn't just a story—it's a journey through the tender, hopeful spaces of mature love. Will Lily and Ben's holiday fling turn into a forever after? Dive into their story and discover that love's warmest tide comes in when you least expect it.
Even letters can carry a heart away … Carson Valley is a newly developed town, with only one main street and a cluster of ranches and buildings, nothing much in the way of finding someone to have and to hold. Sheriff Russ Burke has been exchanging letters with Eudora ‘Dory’ Gilchrist, but the moment she steps out of the stagecoach and introduces herself face-to-face, he is enthralled by her beauty – and vice versa. They get married in a simple ceremony in the church, but Dory soon finds out that her husband is a very busy Sheriff – with increasing complaints of robbery and violence constantly grabbing his attention. The attention that Russ should be paying his new bride. They ca...
She’s a mail order bride who confesses her fear. He’s a jack of all trades who likes adventure. Will they find balance in their new lives together? Ethan Simmons came out west to Carson Valley for a taste for adventure. He’s had various jobs from a cowboy, stagecoach driver, bartender – to landing a position as a foreman on the coal mines on the outskirts of Wyoming territory. It’s a dangerous position, but Ethan is a man who strives to be one step away from peril. He has big plans in mind – and he can’t wait to meet the woman to share them with. Some scars run more than skin deep. Fiery-haired beauty, Olivia Cooper is against both time – and her town. With eligible suitors f...
Her past has returned – but does she have the heart to drive it away? Jeannie has finally found the perfect life. After decades of heartbreak and having her hopes crushed by her good-for-nothing ex, she’s found love with the beloved philanthropist and is about to launch her dream bakery. But when her ex-husband appears on her doorstep with a shocking revelation – and a determination to amend his sins – cracks begin to appear in her idyllic life. Everyone says she should leave the past behind... but Jeannie doesn’t have the heart to reject a sick man, no matter how much pain he’s caused her. Caught in a moral dilemma that strains her relationships, Jeannie is torn between comforti...
Flight the fire of desire in this bouquet throwing mail order bride tale! Caleb is a born and bred grafter. He’d stepped into Carson Valley as a blacksmith apprentice; earning and saving enough to build a log cabin of his own. A cabin is only beams and windows; he truly desires a honey to help him make a home. Loneliness is a hungry hunter… In sweeps Blossom Sutcliffe, who served as a housekeeper in her family home – until it suddenly couldn’t be called home any longer. Seeking adventure and a chance to settle down, Blossom signs up to the mail-order bride agency to fill the gaping void she’s spent years trying to ignore. Love is a fire that flickers before it burns… More tha...
Not everything is white lace and perfect smiles in this engaging mail order bride installment. Cyrus Cook suffered love and loss two years ago when his wife tragically passed away. His neighbors rallied around him and his two sons, he now feels that he is prepared to find a new beloved to have and hold for the rest of his days. Happiness can begin when you lose your past. Ellis Duncan is a young woman with heavy burdens on her shoulders. With her parents gone, inheritance is stolen, and her younger sister, Rox, to look after – she must rethink her previous vice against being married. Grief does not keep hunger – or the wolves – from the door. With her reputation in her hometown in tatters, Ellis approaches the mail order bride agency. As Ellis and Rox travel to Carson Valley to meet Cyrus and his sons – it quickly becomes a clash of households that threaten to slash any chance of matrimonial bliss. When Rox runs away during a violent storm, all seems lost before it has begun. This clean western romance series can be read in about an hour. It is perfect for those moments when you are waiting at an appointment or want to enjoy a quick read.
What happens when disaster strikes and it brings back flooding memories of a past event that was traumatizing? Well, that’s the case of Jeannie when her daughter, Lily, gets involved in an accident and goes missing, prompting the police to launch an investigation into Lily’s whereabouts, just like it happened a decade ago. Terrified by the thought of the horrific things that could have happened to her daughter, Jeannie seeks the comfort of her close friend, Aaron, only to find out later that her ex-husband found Lily in the accident and admitted her to Chickadee Cove Memorial Hospital. But amidst all the confusion caused by Lily’s accident, Jeannie and Aaron become closer, and as they ...
Be young, wild, and bound in holy matrimony in this gripping mail order bride installment! Clay is living proof that Carson Valley is still a new settlement – he was the first-born of the when his parents planted their roots under the Wyoming skies. Here he stays and works; his family and friends mean the world to him. Bethany may be young and able, but her heart is heavy. It’s been a tough year for her with losing her parents as well as any inheritance they left behind to her greedy-fingered brother. With nothing keeping her in Baltimore, Bethany turns to the mail-order bride agency. On her way out west, her stagecoach is involved in a severe accident and her injuries she loses consciousness. When she eventually comes to, it is Clay’s handsome face that has come to her rescue. As she slowly gets back on her feet, Clay calls in on her – and soon something warm passes between them. Bethany is weighed down with a secret, but as her feelings for Clay grow stronger – it threatens to slip out. This clean western romance series can be read in about an hour. It is perfect for those moments when you are waiting at an appointment or want to enjoy a quick read.