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A Mail-Order Bride for the Brooding Rancher
After a failed correspondence marriage, Sarah Whitman is determined to protect her heart. But when her family’s financial troubles deepen, a rancher offers her a marriage in exchange for her nursing skills to care for his sick mother. Hesitant yet desperate, Sarah must decide if she can make the most of this unexpected proposal—or risk losing her heart once again.
Dan McAllister’s life has been upended by his father’s death, leaving him to manage the family ranch alone. When his mother falls gravely ill though, she takes matters into her own hands and arranges a correspondence marriage for him—without his knowledge. Now, Dan must navigate his new responsibilities while grappling with a partner he never expected.
Thrown together by circumstance, Sarah and Dan must contend with sabotage, a sick mother, and a growing distance between them. As danger closes in, they find themselves drawn together—reluctantly at first. Can they overcome their pasts and trust each other before it’s too late?
A Rancher's Christmas to Remember
Mary Lou Matthews is determined to help her struggling family. Hired as a cook-housekeeper on a remote ranch, she brings her cheerful spirit into the kitchen and the home. Can her warmth and holiday cheer thaw the cold heart of the brooding rancher?
Clint Hayward retreats to his ranch to escape the Christmas season that reminds him of his deepest losses. His resolve to remain isolated is tested by Mary Lou's infectious optimism. But can he truly let go of his past to embrace a future that includes her?
As Christmas approaches, a dangerous stranger with a mysterious interest in the ranch begins to stalk Mary Lou, putting her in grave danger. Faced with a haunting choice, can Clint overcome his troubled past to rescue her, or will his hesitations lead to devastating consequences?
A Baker's Christmas Wonder
Katherine Houghton has devoted herself to her father's bakery, ignoring any distractions until a dangerous man targets her shop. When she realizes she can’t fight this battle alone, she finds unexpected help—and feelings—for a mysterious stranger. Can she trust him to protect both her and her heart?
Seeking a fresh start away from past troubles, Jason Wells unexpectedly finds himself entangled in the problems of a captivating baker. Intent on keeping her safe while harboring a secret that could break their fragile trust, Jason is faced with a tough dilemma; will he reveal the truth or risk losing Katherine forever?
As the Holiday spirit draws near and danger escalates, can Katherine and Jason confront the threats from both past and present to find a love strong enough to withstand it all or will secrets and betrayal tear them apart before Christmas morning arrives?
Two Hearts on the Wagon Trail
For the last fifteen years, Lola Wright has led settlers across the West, always dreaming of her own new start away from her father’s tough ways. Her only friend on these journeys is her pet bird, Craven. Things start to change when Brock Price, a newcomer who loves books, joins their group. He teaches Lola to read, and they quickly become close, sharing hopes for a different future.
Yet, amidst the budding romance, an old enemy watches, waiting for the right moment to strike.
Brock and his family are also seeking a new beginning in the rugged West, but they’re quickly met with its harsh realities. As they navigate these hardships, Brock steps up as Lola’s ally, finding himself drawn ever closer to her. However, as his feelings deepen, a long-forgotten debt from Lola’s past surfaces, endangering her safety and forcing Brock to confront the potential costs of their burgeoning relationship.
Can he navigate the murky waters of a past debt that Lola never spoke of, or will it drown their hopes for the future?
As they face dangerous river crossings, wild animals, and bandit attacks, Brock and Lola must rely on each other more than ever. When they’re ambushed on a supply run, their resilience is put to the ultimate test. Will they make it back to their group and have the chance to grow their love, or will the shadows of the past pull them apart?
A Bride for the Wrong Brother
Fleeing from the shadow of her father's mysterious death and the relentless pursuit of an obsessed ex-fiancé, Willow Carthington seeks refuge in the West as a mail-order bride. But upon arrival, a startling twist of fate awaits her: the brooding rancher who greets her is not the man she was promised. As Willow grapples with her unexpected new life and a growing attraction to the rancher's quiet strength and kindness, she must also face the threat of her past’s vengeful hunt.
Will her new life in the West be her sanctuary or seal her fate?
Zachary Swift, a rugged rancher, was unprepared for the chaos left in the wake of his brother Abel's reckless gambits. Yet, when Abel bets the ranch and disappears, Zach is left to manage the consequences—including Abel’s mail-order bride, Willow. Initially skeptical, Zach finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Willow, torn between duty and forbidden love.
However, finding happiness will come at a greater cost than he ever imagined.
As danger and rumors escalate, Zach and Willow must navigate threats from Abel’s past, unexpected visitors, and their own unresolved issues. Can two hearts find refuge in each other, or will the shadows of yesterday destroy their chance at happiness?
Her Search for Family and Love
Adopted and always feeling out of place, Jessie Morris stumbles upon a hidden letter that sparks a quest to uncover her biological roots. Her search leads her to Ashton, a skilled private investigator whose mysterious demeanor makes Jessie question whether he'll lead her to her past or complicate her heart.
What truths await her as she delves deeper into her origins?
Ashton Jacobs finds himself at a crossroads when Jessie walks into his office. Her fierce desire to uncover her origins strikes a chord in him. Intrigued by her story and challenged by her spirit, Ashton finds himself drawn not just to the mystery, but to Jessie herself.
Can he navigate this delicate investigation without personal feelings clouding his professional judgment?
Together, Jessie and Ashton delve into a labyrinth of secrets. Each revelation about Jessie’s origins not only draws them closer to the truth but also to a past better left forgotten. How far will they decide to go, and at what cost?
The Rancher’s Bride in Disguise
Running from a life of deception with her con-man father, Jane Montgomery lies her way into a job as a maid to Elizabeth Heathrow in New York. Now, after her employer’s elope, she has taken on her identity as a mail-order bride destined for Liam's ranch. Unexpectedly, her encounter with the widowed rancher sparks strong emotions within her heart, making her guilt for lying to him even worse…
Will the truth will tear apart the family she has started to cherish?
Liam Harridan, grieving the loss of his family, hopes that his marriage of convenience will bring much-needed funds to secure his ranch’s future and provide solace to his young ward, Robert. When Jane arrives, her warm heart quickly breaks Robert’s walls and brings a fresh energy not only to the ranch but also to his soul. Soon, despite his haunting past, he finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Jane.
But the exposure of her lie will soon challenge his trust and feelings…
As Jane, Liam, and Robert start to form a fragile relationship, their happiness is threatened by the appearance of Jane’s past. Can Jane and Liam find true love amidst the deception, or will their budding romance crumble under the weight of their secrets?
A Widow’s Deceived Heart
Lauren Parker lost everything when her husband died, including her reputation. Determined to leave her painful past behind, she heads out west, with her heart hardened and suspicious. Yet, when a violent storm leaves her homestead in need of repairs, she reluctantly accepts a newcomer’s help, in exchange for reading lessons and a few home-cooked meals. Despite her best efforts to keep her distance, Lauren soon finds herself drawn to the handsome stranger and her heart slowly thaws in his presence.
If only she knew that her love blooms under a web of lies…
Ryan Clark arrives in town with a singular purpose: to find Lauren Parker and complete one last job to secure his sister's safety from a ruthless gang. Despite his reluctance, he enters Lauren’s life under pretenses, seeking her late husband's hidden treasure. As he works alongside her though, his guilt grows, and so do his feelings for the resilient widow. Ryan’s deception weighs heavily on him, and he struggles to reconcile his actions with the budding love he feels for Lauren.
Meanwhile, his troubled past isn't far behind…
While a heartfelt connection sparks between Ryan and Lauren, the criminal gang coercing him discovers his growing affection for the widow. Will their burgeoning love give them the strength to overcome the treachery that surrounds them, or will lies and mistrust tear them apart forever?
A Soldier’s Treasure Map to Love
Clementine Bailey struggles to preserve her family’s ranch against the looming threat of a ruthless cattleman bent on taking her land. However, she unexpectedly finds an ally when Chester, a weary veteran arrives at her doorstep. Soon, his mysterious presence captivates Clementine and a glimpse of hope shines through her darkness. Beneath his gentle facade though, lies a secret bound to Clementine's late brother.
Will she ever trust him again once Clementine finds out the truth?
Chester Moore, bearing the weight of his sister’s illness, enters Clementine’s life with a hidden agenda; to discover the treasure rumored to be buried on her property. To his surprise, a bond blossoms between him and Clementine and he soon finds himself torn between the desperate need to secure his sister’s future and his growing feelings for the strong-willed Clementine.
Who will he choose to betray?
Clementine and Chester must confront their pasts and join forces to navigate a web of conspiracy and treachery involving those they once trusted deeply.. Will Clementine and Chester hold love as their compass, determined to unearth the hidden legacy of the land?
The Scarred Rancher’s Deaf Bride
Sadie, daughter of Boulder Ridge’s beloved mayor, is more of a burden than kin to him, a sentiment that deepened by her near-deafness following her mother's death in childbirth. While also facing relentless judgment from the townsfolk, rumors of her alleged affair with the saloon owner's son start to spread. Prioritizing his reputation, the mayor forces Sadie into a marriage with a man with nefarious intentions, leading Sadie to finally take fate into her own hands. The time to escape her cruel future arrives and she flees as a mail-order bride to a rancher West.
Will she find her own path, or is she as helpless as everyone thinks she is?
Conrad Green, a honey rancher with a life full of hurt, refuses to sell his parent’s land. After losing his father, Conrad endured the devastating loss of his mother and sister in a tragic house fire, leaving him scarred both inside and out. After several years of living on his own, he decided that the best way to stave off his growing loneliness was to find a partner, even in the form of a correspondence bride.
Can his rugged heart find peace and most importantly, the unexpected hope of love?
When their lives fatefully intertwine, Sadie and Conrad discover a shared resilience born from lives lived on society's fringes. United by their scars and a common understanding of what it’s like to be an outcast, they find solace in each other's company, defying the odds stacked against them. As they forge a bond stronger than the judgments of society, the town’s prejudices along with their family’s dark schemes arise to tear them down once more. With stakes high and manipulative figures entering their path, can Sadie and Conrad rise above the whispers of doubt to find the love they both deserve? Or will the shadows of their pasts tear them apart before they can grasp the happiness within reach?
A Hunter's Mission of Love
Elise Sawyer's seemingly perfect life crumbles when her adoptive family neglects her in favor of their own flesh and blood. Left to toil in the shadows, Elise finds an unexpected ally when a mysterious bounty hunter promises to help her find her real parents in exchange for information on his mission. Soon, fueled by surprising feelings for her rugged companion, Elise's heart is torn between her past and her future…
Will her love for Mason win over her mistrust before everything collapses?
Mason Wilson is determined to free his brother from prison and clear his name of a heinous crime, bringing to justice the notorious criminals that have eluded lawmen for years. With the key witness absent though, Mason’s only chance to track them down is Elise who claims to have information about their location. Yet, his attraction over her captivating eyes collides with her suspicious manners, making Mason question her true motives and sincerity…
How will he react upon realizing that Elise never intended to provide the information he sought?
Mason and Elise discover that the path to truth is fraught with danger, but the ultimate destination may be worth every risk. As their perilous and long journey unfolds along their blooming love, a criminal duo from old times appears in their way. Will their bond endure the trials that lie ahead? Can the hardships and love cure their troubled souls and lead them to a brighter future?
A Matchmaker's Romantic Dilemma
Emma Shelby abandons the comforts of Northern society after inheriting a worn boarding house from her late uncle in Helena. Soon, she transforms the new place into a haven for wanderers, thriving in the tight-knit community, where her reputation as a matchmaker precedes her. Emma remains the orchestrator of love but never its willing participant… However, everything changes when a mysterious stranger arrives at her doorstep.
Emma is unaware that Nathan's presence is anything but coincidental…
Nathan, guided by logic and wealth, finds himself inexplicably drawn to the green-eyed proprietor of the boarding house. As days unfold, his gaze lingers on Emma, igniting a spark that threatens to ruin his secret mission. In the shadows of the boarding house, secrets simmer, and Nathan finds himself entangled in a web of emotions he never understood. The truth of his presence in Helena looms heavy, as his feelings for Emma ignite a strong flame inside him…
Will he find the courage to confess?
Each passing day pulls Emma and Nathan into a whirlwind of emotions, but secrets linger beneath the surface, threatening to destroy everything. Can they overcome the lies that stand between them, or will the truth sever their unanticipated connection? In a land where love is as unpredictable as its wild nature, Emma and Nathan must navigate the treacherous terrain of their hearts to discover if their love can withstand the storm…
Forbidden Love and Thunde
Abigail Foster, a young widow, faces the daunting challenge of maintaining her late husband's ranch. Abandoned by her wealthy family for marrying a poor rancher, she finds solace only in her secret correspondence with her younger sister. Her life takes an unexpected turn though when she meets a Native American man with a complex past. Orphaned in a massacre and raised by a white couple, Elijah's skill as a tracker brings him to her ranch, where a cautious yet profound bond forms.
Will their growing closeness withstand the scrutiny and prejudice of their community?
Elijah, enigmatic and guarded, wears his past like a shadow, etched with the pain of loss and the sting of rejection from both his tribe and the world beyond. Yet, beneath his stoic exterior lies his kindness and remarkable skill. His unexpected encounter with Abigail kindles a partnership that soon blossoms into an alliance of hearts. In the golden fields and starlit nights of the ranch, they find solace and understanding in each other's embrace…
Can his burgeoning love, as delicate as the desert bloom, survive the approaching tempest?
Elijah and Abigail’s story cannot be denied but there are forces at work that not only want her ranch but other things that she does not know about. With their growing love for each other being their only beacon of hope, Elijah’s resolve and Abigail’s courage are put to the ultimate test. Will solving the mystery and standing up to the people who want to hurt them let what they feel for each other survive?
Whispers of the Trick Rider
Josephine Clark, with a heart as untamed as the Western landscapes she yearns to explore, dreams of a life beyond the confines of a simple farmer’s wife. A chance meeting with the enigmatic Gabe Bolton, a globetrotting stranger with tales of distant lands, sparks a flame within her. Fate separates them until the circus where Gabe performs as the mesmerizing trick rider arrives in town. Charmed by his skills, Josephine’s world crumbles when a jilted suitor’s malicious rumors turn her community against her.
Can the whispers of the townsfolk extinguish her blossoming romance with the trick rider?
With her reputation tarnished, Josephine finds solace among the colorful performers of the circus, lost in the mysterious eyes of Gabe. However, their haven is threatened when the town accuses the circus folk of a series of horse robberies. Determined to clear their names, Josephine and Gabe join forces to unveil the true culprits. In a race against time, Josephine and Gabe navigate treacherous terrain, seeking the truth that will set the circus free.
Will they reveal the cunning conspiracy before it’s too late?
As their quest for justice unfolds, Josephine and Gabe’s irresistible attraction grows even more. Yet, with time ticking away, they must confront the looming shadows that threaten not only the circus but also their chance at love. Will Josephine’s newfound courage be enough to embrace her true self and join Gabe on a life-altering adventure? Or will the whispers of the past drown out the possibilities of a future filled with love and freedom?
A Path to Love's Redemption
In the wake of the devastating Great Chicago Fire, Lucy Wilson seeks a a husband in order to provide a better life for herself and her siblings. When the mysterious Mr. Moore offers to become her husband, she seizes the opportunity and embarks on a life-altering journey with her two youngest siblings in tow. With an unyielding spirit and a heart filled with dreams, Lucy yearns for a great romance and a future where she can thrive in happiness.
Can she truly find the love she so fervently desires?
Mr. Isaac Moore, a weathered ranch owner, still reels from the loss of his wife during childbirth. Left with a vulnerable baby daughter, Isaac turns to a mail order bride agency, hoping to find his daughter a mother. Unlike Lucy, Isaac has given up on love and plans to keep his new bride at arm's length. However, when Lucy arrives at Isaac's ranch, their worlds collide. The emotionally distant Isaac immediately clashes with Lucy's vibrant personality and they gradually draw closer.
Can Lucy's warmth and kindness thaw the icy heart of a man who has given up on love?
Together, Lucy and Isaac must endure various trials and tribulations. Along the way, they learn to grapple with past wounds and seek to embrace new beginnings. Will they manage to transcend their initial intentions and forge an unbreakable bond?
Love's Lost and Found
Erika Hamilton fights an uphill battle as an orphan burdened with familial responsibilities. To help her fragile sister and herself, she places a mail-order bride ad, hoping to find a partner in her struggle. Little does she know that fate has conspired against her, for Sam, the man who responds, is not exactly who he claims to be. As their correspondence ignites a connection, Erika's heart falls deeper into the illusion, never suspecting the danger that awaits.
Can Erika see through the charming facade and uncover the truth about the man who stands before her, or will her heart be entangled in a web of deception too intricate to escape?
Sam Davis yearns for redemption, desperate to escape a past that haunts him. Encouraged by a newfound glimmer of hope, he assumes a different identity and answers Erika's ad. When a stagecoach accident robs him of his memories, he becomes a stranger in a world he no longer recognizes. As Erika becomes his guiding light, her unwavering care and compassion stir emotions he never thought possible. However, amidst the shards of his forgotten past, he fears the truth might shatter their fragile connection…
Could Sam confront his own darkness, or will the man he used to be, sabotage his chance at love?
Erika and Sam's world shatters when they uncover a shocking revelation that challenges everything they thought they knew. Together, they must navigate a treacherous path, where the true measure of their love lies in their willingness to face the past and embrace the future. In the shadows of uncertainty, can Erika and Sam find the strength to rewrite their destinies and create a love story that defies all odds?
The Blacksmith's Promise
In the rugged frontier town of Silver Creek, Oregon, young schoolteacher Lily grapples with a life suddenly shaded by despair and unforeseen peril. The world she once dreamt of crumbled into dust after the ruthless killing of her husband by a notorious gang. Her life takes a bleak turn, but amidst the growing whispers of impending danger, an unexpected offer presents a sliver of hope…
As Lily tries to piece together her shattered world, the soft whisper of hope manages to find its way to her heart…
Bound by loyalty to his fallen brother, Ethan, the town’s steadfast blacksmith, steps up to shield Lily as the dangerous frontier threatens her safety. Once solely focused on his work, Ethan finds himself becoming increasingly attached to the resilient spirit of the grieving widow. A proposal borne out of duty and protection ignites a suprising bond between them, one that begins to heal the deep wounds etched by loss.
Could this sudden arrangement end up kindling a romance neither had anticipated?
As the menacing gang of outlaws draws nearer to Silver Creek, the budding connection between Lily and Ethan is put to the test. Bound by unexpected secrets, intertwined destinies, and a love that grows stronger with each challenge, they must navigate a path riddled with danger and uncertainty. In the midst of all this, could their marriage, born out of duty, turn into true love?
Background
Shes had always been writing but only recently decided to break out of the shell and release her work to the public.
She is fascinated by the traditional western tales and gets her inspiration from stories from the Frontier Era.
Abigail is married to her very own special cowboy and has two grown children!
She has always loved horses and, when she is not writing, she enjoys riding along with her lovely husband.
Aurora loves to connect with her readers!
She has a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and is teaching English as a foreign language teacher.
In her spare time, she loves working towards her child dream to become a world-renowed author!
She is fascinated by the Victorian and Regency periods and gets her inspiration from stories from those eras.
Abigail is recently married to her college sweetheart and planning to expand her family since she loves children!
When not writing, Abigail is spending time with non-priviliged kids and relaxing with her husband.
Abigail loves to connect with her readers!
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Abigail Agar
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