Desperate to better her situation, Aundy Thorsen agrees to leave behind her life in Chicago to fulfill a farmer’s request for a mail-order bride in Pendleton, Oregon. When a tragic accident leaves her a widow soon after becoming a wife, Aundy takes on the challenge of learning how to manage a farm, even if it means her stubborn determination to succeed upsets a few of the neighbors.
Born and …
Born and raised at Nash’s Folly, the family ranch, Garrett Nash loves life in the bustling community of Pendleton as the 20th century approaches.
When his neighbor passes away and leaves behind a plucky widow, Garrett takes on the role of her protector and guardian. His admiration for her tenacious spirit soon turns to something more. He just needs to convince the strong-willed woman to give love another chance.
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Before he let sense overrule desire, he yanked off his gloves and tossed them on the nearest chair then took her face in his hands, brushing his thumbs over her cheekbones, gazing into her eyes and getting lost in the warm blue depths.
Lowering his head to hers, he only meant to give her a swift, chaste kiss. Heat exploded between them at the touch of their lips. Garrett lost his ability to think as he repeatedly pressed his mouth, hard and hungry, to hers. When her arms slid around his neck, he drew her even closer and deepened the kiss.
Garrett felt lost to everything except the woman in his arms, the woman who fit there so perfectly. He admired her spirit, appreciated her fine figure, enjoyed her laughter, and liked her caring heart. What he felt now, though, was so much more.
He felt passion and, if he cared to admit it, soul-deep love for the girl who kissed him with every bit as much yearning as he kissed her.
Aundy finally pulled back with a ragged breath, eyes wide in delightful wonder. She’d promised herself she would never get involved with another man, but her feelings for Garrett were more than just involved.
Involved meant there was care and concern, maybe friendship and fun.
The wild currents of longing swirling inside her were so strong they made her bones ache. The emotions Garrett stirred in her were much, much more than she ever imagined feeling for anyone and most definitely beyond being merely involved.
“Garrett, I… you…” she said, unable to think with the delightful tingle of his kisses still riding her lips. She couldn’t believe he’d kissed her. Or that she’d kissed him in return.
Never, not once, had any kiss ever made her feel like her heart would pound right out of her chest. Her stomach felt light and her knees weak while she scrambled to regain the ability to have a coherent thought. How could one kiss, one magnificent kiss, affect her so?
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Loved it!
Held my attention to the end of the book. Interesting characters.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It is an inspirational, historical Christian adventure and romance book. The characters are developed well and it is hard to put down. It involves mystery. adventure and danger along with wonderful realistic scenes. The author skillfully uses shadowing without obviously giving anything away. I also enjoyed the …
I enjoyed the book tremendously
Lovely story
It was a good book with interesting twists. I would probably read it again.
It’s a romance with a bit of a twist (tiny hint of mystery), her husband dies within hours of their marriage, and husband number two appears but gives her space while they both work through their mixed feelings (friend of the deceased groom, it’s a tricky position for him, too). Her strength shines through with a strong work ethic and …
Great book! I have recommended it to friends! I couldn’t put it down.
Found it very inspirational.
I loved this book. It started my journey to love the people in Pendleton. Aundy was such a sweet book filled with characters you learn to love. I am excited that the series continues to tell their stories and bring new friends along for the ride. Excellent read.
Delightful story
Story ok, but too much sexual content for me. I like more christian fiction with bible content.
In Aundy we find an intellegent, resourceful woman determined to make a new and productive life despite the odds and while doing her best to think of others. The romance was sweet and refreshing, but not unrealistic. I enjoyed this book a lot.
I enjoyed this story even though it is a bit predictable.
This was an enjoyable novel. I loved the characters and their interactions. Interesting twists added to the suspense and of course the romance sealed the fate of the heroine.