From an award-winning author with more than one million books sold, a new series of four heartwarming historical romances about four adopted sisters who find their match. Note: each book can be read as a stand-alone.Flora Kinsley has always been a red-headed rebel who delights to ride madly across the country. After being orphaned at age four, she has always had an insatiable desire to run. But … desire to run. But when her wild riding leads her into trouble, she finds herself lost and stranded in a snowstorm. She takes shelter in the home of a bachelor rancher.
Kade Thomas has lost enough loved ones because of foolish choices and risky behavior. The last thing he needs is to be involved with a wild rebel. But being stranded unchaperoned with Flora for two nights gives her preacher father plenty of reason to insist they marry. Knowing that if he forces Flora into marriage against her wishes, it would make for a miserable situation, he begs for a chance to persuade Flora she wants to marry him.
Will this pair find that love is awaiting them? Or will the truth destroy any chance of love?
Read more books by award-winning author Linda Ford:
Love on the Santa Fe Trail:
Wagon Train Baby
Wagon Train Wedding
Wagon Train Matchmaker
Wagon Train Christmas
Dakota Brides series:
Temporary Bride
Abandoned Bride
Second-Chance Bride
Reluctant Bride
War Brides series:
Lizzie
Maryelle
Irene
Grace
Wild Rose series:
Crane’s Bride
Hannah’s Dream
Chastity’s Angel
Cowboy Bodyguard
Big Sky Country series:
Montana Cowboy’s Baby
Montana Bride by Christmas
Montana Cowboy Daddy
Montana Cowboy Family
Montana Groom of Convenience
Montana Lawman Rescuer
more
I love the premise of this series about four adopted sisters. Loving a Rebel is book one and starts off with tension that rarely lets up. Flora is a pistol, keeping her parents on their toes in trying to keep up with her, and on their knees in prayer to keep her safe. She is constantly on the run, but doesn’t understand why. Foggy memories nip at her, sometimes giving her nightmares. She flaunts rules and social mores, yet does feel conflicted about that. She has a great sense of humor, and I laughed out loud on more than a few occasions. I appreciated her dad who was strict, but not mean. Kade is complex, and I enjoyed watching Flora get under his skin. He is sure that is way is THE right way, but eventually begins to consider his conversations with Flora, so he’s not so rigid that he’s not willing to see another side to an issue. He has an astute understanding of people which I admire. I will re-read this story. This is a new-to-me author, and I look forward to reading more of her books. Highly recommended.
To avoid succumbing to a winter storm, Flora Kinsley and Kade Thomas are forced to spend two whole days alone together in Kade’s small dwelling. The year is 1884, and Flora’s dad is a strict preacher, who she knows will not take kindly to the circumstances. With her honor and reputation at stake, will Flora’s rebel heart be forced into a marriage she does not want, or will Kade be able to convince either of the two stubborn Kinsleys into an amicable arrangement?
This is a short, clean romance that hits the nail on the head in regards to a person of Flora’s personality–simply that forcing her to do something will only lead to rebellion and hardship. I’ve always appreciated a well-done story about two characters who are thrust into a relationship or marriage and have to learn how to make it work. That isn’t quite how this story plays out, but it was still a good read.
From early in the book, as Flora and Kade spend their two days together, it is clear that they are both completely different in the taking-risks department. Yet, they begin to learn from each other and minds and hearts are eventually changed. I really appreciated the depth we delve into the reasons behind why both of these characters are how they are, which I wouldn’t have expected in such a short space. One thing that bothered me, though, is just how stubborn everyone in this book is. No one is willing to bend when it seems like they have no reason to be so firm. The preacher annoyed me in particular, given the way he acted toward Kade even way past the point when he had any reason to treat him that way.
There is one particular character who seemed a bit over-the-top, which I think is because I sensed his inclusion as a simple plot-driver more than I normally would. In the end, though, I was a little amused by him, which is pretty strange, given how he acted in the book. There’s a large part of me that would like to hear more about him in the future–perhaps a change in perspective, maybe even a conversion.
There are points in the book that felt way too modern to me, given the time period. Overall, though, I enjoyed the story. It is the beginning of a series, which I do intend to continue at this point. I recommend this book to fans of Christian historical romances, and have high hopes for the rest of the series.
Very predictable
Sweet and simple
I really enjoyed the realistic, love-comes-softly romance between Kade and Flora.Eagle Pete was annoying in a funny way.
Good christian beliefs. I enjoyed reading this book.
A Christian romance that was predictable but still entertaining to read
Being a bit of a rebel myself, this book especially drew me in. I love the way it dug into the hearts of the characters, letting the reader understand why they are the way they are.
Great characters, and a sweet love story. I enjoyed this book, and would recommend it.
I really enjoyed reading this book. It grabbed my attention from the very beginning. Wonderful characters
First time reading this author. I enjoyed her writing style and will look for more of her titles.
The setting of the late 1800’s gives this book a great flavor for what women (and men) had to do in the past to “save face” with society. The main character (Flora) was a “wild child” and liked to do things her own way. This often got her into trouble, and that is how the book begins. She gets lost in a snowstorm and is being trailed by a sinister character who means her harm. What can she do and where can she go? The book only gets better from there. I was riveted from the first page, and I’m sure you will be too!
It was a decent easy read. You cheered for the leads in the story but it was also not overly believable.
Interesting. Draws you in.
Fast and easy to read. Entertaining like watch in a romantic movie.
Real interesting and a page turner.
Being forced by convention to marry, but the man wanted love, so he chose to court the young lady until they could find reasons to love.
Loving A Rebel is so good! When God created us, before the world began, He
made each of us unique. We all want to be loved and accepted as who we are. Even a rebel. Flora learns this and you will greatly , enjoy the trip!
I read this one and had to buy the rest of the series. It was that good!
Loved this story !